
Trend in Defense Spending
Defense spending is projected to stay below its historical share of GDP.
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Defense spending is projected to stay below its historical share of GDP.
The U.S. has historically devoted a larger share of its economy to defense than other members of the G-7.
Spending on foreign affairs accounts for slightly more than 1% of total federal spending.
https://www.pgpf.org/chart-archive/0239_foreign_affairs_spending
Compensation and medical care make up more than 40 percent of the defense budget.
https://www.pgpf.org/chart-archive/0216_compensation_defense_budget
The United States spends more on defense than the next seven countries combined.
Our fiscal goal must be to stabilize the debt as a share of the economy, and put it on a downward path for the longer term.
https://www.pgpf.org/analysis/addressing-our-debt-a-national-security-imperative
During the 2012 presidential debates, voters concerned with our nation's growing debt and deficits must listen closely for how the candidates' foreign policy plans will influence America's long-term fiscal path and national security.
https://www.pgpf.org/analysis/2012/10/how-does-our-debt-affect-americas-foreign-policy
The United States, by far, spends the greatest amount on military (in nominal terms) than any other country.
https://www.pgpf.org/analysis/why-defense-matters-for-deficit-reduction