Reported claim

“United States military spending of $1.15 trillion in 2027 represents approximately 3.5% to 4% of the nation's gross domestic product, compared to 5-10% of GDP during the Cold War.”

Strengthened after Brookings Middle East (aggregated) reported it.

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