Pakistan, June 26 -- WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump has proposed an $892.6 billion defense and national security budget for 2026, keeping spending flat but shifting priorities. His plan includes fewer Navy jobs, ships, and fighter jets, while increasing investment in high-tech drones, advanced missiles, and troop pay raises.

The budget recommends a 3.8% pay raise for military personnel but aims to cut costs by retiring older ships and aircraft. Trump's proposal also reduces the Navy's civilian workforce by over 7,200 employees, as part of efforts to redirect funds toward emerging defense technologies.

Compared to President Biden's previous request for 68 F-35 jets in 2025, Trump's new plan only seeks 47. It also includes only three...