The most head-turning elements of Trump's 2027 budget proposal
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By Herb Scribner
Published on April 3, 2026.
President Trump's 2027 budget proposal includes significant changes to how the federal government operates. The proposal includes privatization of TSA, a $52 million cut to the agency, and a 44% increase in funding for the military. It also includes a pay raise of between 5 and 7 percent for the personnel. The defense budget includes $65.8 billion to build 18 battle force ships and 16 non-battle force ships, "Trump's Golden Fleet." The budget also includes significant cuts to government agencies, including the Small Business Administration, National Science Foundation, and the Environmental Protection Agency. It would eliminate the National Endowment for Democracy, which aims to advance democracy around the globe. The proposed budget includes an increase in discretionary spending for NASA, including $18.8 million to help the Artemis program put astronauts on the moon by 2028.
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