US EditionUS Military Pushes for Boost in 2027 Spending on Drones and Air Defenses Used in Iran War
Officials said the request is the largest U.S. investment in drone warfare and counter-drone technology, with DAWG funding rising to about $54 billion.
- On Tuesday, the Department of Defense unveiled a $1.5 trillion budget proposal for fiscal 2027, representing a 42% year-over-year increase and the most expensive military outlay in modern history.
- Under Secretary of War Jules J. Hurst III cited a complex threat environment while detailing Trump's 'presidential priorities,' including the 'Golden Dome' defensive shield and the 'Golden Fleet' initiative allocating more than $65 billion for 18 warships and 16 support ships.
- Appropriations for the Air Force, Navy, and Army rise by 33.6%, 24.3%, and 23.9% respectively, while the Defense Autonomous Warfare Group sees funding balloon to approximately $54 billion. Junior enlisted troops receive a 7 percent pay raise.
- Notably, the budget excludes funding for the conflict with Iran. Trump told guests, 'We have to take care of one thing: military protection,' defending the spending while arguing Medicaid and Medicare should be handled at the state level.
- The proposal faces fierce debate in Congress, with a coalition of 289 groups urging lawmakers to reject the request as 'grossly irresponsible.' Officials noted a supplemental budget request will likely be required later to address operational costs.
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Pentagon wants $54B for drones, more than most nations’ military budgets
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