
Military Spending Under the Microscope: A Senate Hearing on the 2026 Budget
The Senate Appropriations Committee is currently holding a critical hearing to delve into the President’s proposed budget for military construction and family housing for Fiscal Year 2026. The hearing, which commenced at 10:30 a.m. ET on June 17th, is examining billions of dollars in proposed spending.
Key figures from the Department of Defense are providing testimony. These include Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Installations, and Environment Dale Marks; Lt. Gen. David Wilson, the U.S. Army’s deputy chief of staff, G-9; and Vice Adm. Jeffrey Jablon, the U.S. Navy’s Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Installations and Logistics. Their insights will be crucial in shaping the final budget allocation.
This hearing promises to offer valuable insights into the future of military infrastructure and the well-being of military families. Stay tuned for updates as the committee members question the witnesses and debate the merits of the proposed budget.