Trump Administration Proposes Sweeping Budget Cuts
Washington, D.C. — The Trump administration unveiled a controversial 1,200-page budget proposal that seeks significant reductions across various federal programs while prioritizing military spending. The budget aims to slash approximately $163 billion, targeting critical social services including health care and housing assistance, alongside potential cuts to the Department of Health and Human Services by around 26%, amounting to a $33 billion reduction.
Notably, funding for the popular Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is proposed for elimination, and the National Cancer Institute may see a 37% budget cut, reverting to funding levels not seen in two decades. The Department of Housing and Urban Development faces over a 50% cut, dropping to $43.5 billion.
On the flip side, substantial increases are earmarked for the Pentagon, which may receive a historic $1 trillion budget—a 17% rise—raising concerns about military expenditures overshadowing social needs. Additional funding is proposed for immigrant detention facilities and the Federal Aviation Administration.
The proposal has drawn criticism from various quarters, with warnings that such cuts could have dire consequences for low-income families and the preservation of historical sites. As Congress prepares to review this budget, the implications for millions depend on the ensuing debates.
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