Trump's 2026 Budget Proposal Omits Elimination of Head Start Funding Amid Broader Cuts
Trump's budget suggests cuts to many programs, but Head Start funding remains intact despite previous elimination proposals.
Head Start survives Trump administration budget proposal
Associated Press
Trump's skinny budget calls for defense spending hike
Washington Examiner
Overview
President Trump's 2026 budget proposes $163 billion in cuts to non-defense discretionary spending while increasing defense spending by 13%. Significant cuts are aimed at education, health, and other programs, but the administration has backed away from a proposal to eliminate Head Start funding, a key program supporting low-income preschoolers. An official confirmed there would be "no changes" to Head Start, which serves over half a million children. However, advocates express concern over cuts that may impact related services. Senate Republicans express reservations about proposed defense funding levels affecting military capabilities. The budget outlines the administration's fiscal priorities.
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President Trump is advocating for drastic cuts to government spending with his fiscal year 2026 budget request, proposing reductions exceeding $160 billion in non-defense programs.
The budget aims to slash non-defense discretionary spending by 22.6% compared to fiscal year 2025, prioritizing significant increases in defense and border security initiatives.
The FY26 budget plans for an overall 7.6% cut in discretionary spending, resulting in average cuts of around 35% for numerous government agencies, while significantly boosting national defense and port security.
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President Trump is advocating for drastic cuts to government spending with his fiscal year 2026 budget request, proposing reductions exceeding $160 billion in non-defense programs.
The budget aims to slash non-defense discretionary spending by 22.6% compared to fiscal year 2025, prioritizing significant increases in defense and border security initiatives.
The FY26 budget plans for an overall 7.6% cut in discretionary spending, resulting in average cuts of around 35% for numerous government agencies, while significantly boosting national defense and port security.
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