Amber Smith joins KXL: Trump Proposes Massive Increase in 2027 Defense Spending to $1.5 trillion to build 'Dream Military'

Aired on KXL with Lars Larson, Friday 1/9/2026

Former U.S. Army combat helicopter pilot & CME Military Advisor, Amber Smith joined KXL with Lars Larson to break down President Trump’s proposal to increase U.S. military spending to $1.5 trillion in 2027, a significant boost aimed at building what has been called a “Dream Military” in response to “troubled and dangerous times.”

This proposed increase—up from roughly $901 billion in 2026—would require congressional authorization and reflects a push for greater investment in defense capabilities and readiness.

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