Trump Boasts of U.S. Military Strength, Calls for Defense Funding

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President Trump lauded the U.S. military's strength on Truth Social, citing historic recruiting records and high morale.
He urged Congress to pass "Reconciliation 3.0" with $350 billion for defense and "The SAVE AMERICA ACT" upon returning.

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President Trump lauded the U.S. military's strength on Truth Social, citing historic recruiting records and high morale. He urged Congress to pass "Reconciliation 3.0" with $350 billion for defense and "The SAVE AMERICA ACT" upon returning.

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