Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi criticized President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans, arguing that their budget priorities favor military spending over addressing the financial challenges facing American families.
Pelosi Slams GOP Budget Priorities
On Wednesday, Pelosi targeted Trump and Republicans in a post on X, accusing them of prioritizing wars over the needs of Americans.
"In April, Donald Trump said he couldn’t meet Americans’ needs because ‘we’re fighting wars,’" Pelosi wrote.
She added, "Now, Republicans are reflecting those values with a new ‘America Last’ budget that spends another $73 billion on Trump’s endless wars while working families struggle to make ends meet."
In April, Donald Trump said he couldn't meet Americans' needs because "we're fighting wars."
— Nancy Pelosi (@SpeakerPelosi) July 15, 2026
Now, Republicans are reflecting those values with a new "America Last" budget that spends another $73 billion on Trump's endless wars while working families struggle to make ends meet.
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Democrats Slam Trump Budget Priorities
Earlier, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) accused Trump of lacking a clear strategy for the Iran conflict, saying prolonged military operations endangered U.S. troops and increased costs for households.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) also opposed Trump’s plan to raise military spending above $1 trillion, arguing it could lead to cuts in healthcare, housing, education and climate programs.
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg criticized Trump’s budget for prioritizing foreign wars over domestic needs, saying additional war funding would make life less affordable for Americans.
Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) separately criticized proposed spending on a White House ballroom and a "weaponization fund," arguing the money could instead support infrastructure, public health and education initiatives.
Trump Pushes Higher Defense Spending
Earlier this month, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte highlighted the "Trump Trillion," referring to more than $1.21 trillion in additional defense spending commitments by NATO allies since Trump’s first term.
The increased spending was expected to benefit major U.S. defense contractors, including Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:LMT), RTX Corp. (NYSE:RTX), Boeing Co. (NYSE:BA) and Northrop Grumman Corp. (NYSE:NOC).
Trump also urged Congress to boost defense funding and pass the SAVE America Act, calling for Reconciliation 3.0, which included $350 billion for defense, to become a top priority.
He praised U.S. military strength, recruitment records and morale while arguing the measures would help protect future generations.
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