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Jul 19, 2021
The United States Spends More on Defense than the Next 11 Countries Combined
U.S. defense spending increased substantially from 2019 to 2020 relative to other countries.
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Infographics
Jul 15, 2021
Infographic: The Facts About U.S. Defense Spending
National security is both a vital priority and a significant part of the federal budget.
https://www.pgpf.org/infographic/infographic-the-facts-about-us-defense-spending
Charts
Jul 10, 2021
U.S. Defense Spending Compared to Other Countries
The United States spends more on defense than the next 11 countries combined.
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Jul 9, 2021
Trend in Defense Spending
Defense spending is projected to stay below its historical share of GDP.
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Jul 9, 2021
U.S. Defense Spending Relative to the G7
The U.S. has historically devoted a larger share of its economy to defense than other members of the G-7.
Charts
Jul 9, 2021
Spending on Foreign Affairs
Spending on foreign affairs accounts for slightly more than 1 percent of total federal spending.
https://www.pgpf.org/chart-archive/0239_foreign_affairs_spending
Charts
Jul 9, 2021
Categories of Defense Spending
Defense spending covers a wide range of activities.
https://www.pgpf.org/chart-archive/0314_defense_spending_categories
Charts
Jul 9, 2021
Defense Spending Over Time
The composition of defense spending has changed over time.
https://www.pgpf.org/chart-archive/0315_defense_spending_change
Explainers
National Security Solutions
By making smart, strategic decisions about future national security requirements policymakers can ensure that our military is strong and that we are prepared to defend our nation from threats while also avoiding potential waste of precious national resources
Programs & Projects
Voters' Fiscal Guide 2020
With the national debt at $26 trillion and counting, the nation’s fiscal health is a key issue for the 2020 campaign.