Trump Calls for $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget Hike, Claims Tariffs Will Cover Costs
President Trump proposes 50% increase in US military spending to $1.5 trillion by 2027, citing tariff revenue as funding source despite budget concerns.
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Trump Bans Defense Contractor Dividends and Stock Buybacks
Defense stocks fall as Trump prohibits dividends and buybacks, caps executive pay at $5M, demanding contractors invest in equipment instead.
Trump Plans to Limit Defense Contractor Payouts for Delayed Projects
Trump administration considers executive order restricting dividends, buybacks, and executive pay for defense contractors with over-budget, delayed projects.