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Pentagon takes budget cuts ‘seriously’ ahead of congressional battles

Defense Secretary Austin is responding to a Democratic query that details the impact of proposed GOP budget on the Pentagon.

By Joe Gould and Bryant Harris

6 months ago

Republicans eye Pentagon savings after McCarthy spending agreement

Republican defense hawks insist that Speaker McCarthy's spending agreement won't cut military spending, but they're also brainstorming Pentagon savings.

By Bryant Harris and Leo Shane III

8 months ago

Fears of the next government shutdown loom months ahead of deadline

Comments from Republican House leaders on their fiscal priorities have prompted concerns that a budget deal may be more difficult than ever.

By Leo Shane III

8 months ago

Largest budget in VA history gets backing from House appropriators

Lawmakers also plan to reclassify some VA spending to make it easier to balance future budgets.

By Leo Shane III

15 months ago

Biden’s Ukraine aid package is getting super-sized by Congress

Lawmakers unveiled a $13.6 billion Ukraine aid package on Wednesday that took President Joe Biden’s request for weapons and training for Ukrainian forces and put it on steroids.

19 months ago

Budget deal would fully fund Defense Department, add $13.6 billion in Ukraine aid

Lawmakers hope to finalize the spending plan within the next week.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

19 months ago