The FY2027 defense budget request reaches a historic $1.5 trillion, a 42% increase focused on military modernization and industrial base expansion. Over $750 billion is allocated specifically for procurement and capability development.
Pay Raises: 7% for E-5 and below; 6% for E-6 to O-3; 5% for O-4 and above.
Housing: $57 billion for facility restoration, specifically targeting the remediation or elimination of all substandard barracks.
Nuclear Triad: $71.4 billion for modernization, including the B-21 Raider and Columbia-class submarines.
Maritime: $65.8 billion for the "Golden Fleet" initiative, covering 18 battle force ships and 16 support ships.
Air Power: F-35 production ramped up to 85 aircraft (from 47 in FY26).
Missile Defense: Major investments in the "Golden Dome" system and drone dominance.
$100 billion investment to strengthen the defense ecosystem.