Pentagon Seeks $1.5 Trillion for Fiscal 2027, But Timing Uncertain

The Trump administration is seeking a $1.5 trillion defense budget for fiscal 2027, but the details of the request are still being finalized. The budget will include funding for aircraft, ships, munitions, and space programs, and may include a supplemental request to fund military operations in Iran. The Pentagon’s comptroller, Jules Hurst, said the budget will be delivered to Congress in April or May, but the timing is uncertain. The proposed budget may indicate a shift in defense priorities, with a focus on space and drone capabilities.