White House asks Congress for $87.6 billion, mostly for Iran war
President Donald Trump’s administration asked the U.S. Congress on Wednesday for $87.6 billion in additional funding, most of it for “urgent needs” related to the Iran war, as well as for a response to the Ebola outbreak in Africa.
The request, posted on the White House website, included $67.15 billion for the military. The White House said the request includes $21 billion for the Pentagon to procure munitions, strengthen the U.S. industrial base and support critical capabilities.
It also includes $500 million for Global Health Security to prevent, detect and respond to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and other countries. “This funding is critical to protect Americans, and stop the spread to the United States,” the White House said.
The request seeks $800 million in international humanitarian assistance to support the response to the Ebola virus outbreak in Central Africa, including a quarantine facility in Kenya.
It also contains $11.1 billion to support U.S. farmers.
The Trump administration requested $87.6 billion from Congress, primarily for military needs related to the Iran war and health responses to the Ebola outbreak. This includes $67.15 billion for military funding, with $21 billion earmarked for munitions and support for the U.S. industrial base. Additionally, $500 million is allocated for Global Health Security efforts in Africa, including a quarantine facility in Kenya.
- U.S. Congress received a funding request for $87.6 billion
- $67.15 billion is allocated for military needs
- $21 billion is designated for munitions and industrial support
- $500 million is for Global Health Security against Ebola
- $800 million is for international humanitarian assistance