White House Budget Proposal Omits Civilian Federal Pay Raise, Prioritizes Military
The White House has released its fiscal 2027 budget proposal, which includes a significant pay raise for military personnel but omits any mention of a pay increase for civilian federal employees. The Trump administration is proposing a 5-7% pay raise for military members, depending on rank, while civilian federal employees are left with no proposed increase. This follows a pattern from previous years where civilian pay raises were minimal, with a 1% increase in 2026. The budget proposal reflects the administration's priorities, emphasizing defense spending with a request for $1.5 trillion, marking a substantial increase over previous years. In contrast, non-defense spending is set to be reduced by 10%, with cuts to civilian agencies and a shift of responsibilities to state and local governments. The proposal has sparked criticism from Democrats, who are advocating for a 4.1% pay raise for civilian federal employees through the FAIR Act, led by Rep. James Walkinshaw. 
