Statement by the President

Key Points

• President Trump signed a major law that provides money for the Department of War, the border, and national security for the 2026 budget year. The plan focuses on a 'Peace Through Strength' approach, which includes building a national missile defense system called the 'Golden Dome' to protect the United States from incoming threats.
• The law gives local police new powers to stop drones that might be dangerous to the public. It also makes it a serious crime, known as a felony, to fly drones or aircraft into restricted national defense areas for a second time. This is intended to keep American skies more secure during major public events over the next three years.
• A significant portion of the funding is dedicated to the southern border. This money is intended to help stop illegal immigration and fight international criminal groups. Additionally, the bill officially grants federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, a status the group has sought for many years.
• The policy cuts funding for programs the administration considers 'wasteful' to focus more on making soldiers more effective in combat. It also includes rules to help American factories build more military equipment and supplies here at home, which is intended to strengthen the country's ability to produce its own defense gear.
• While the President signed the bill, he noted that he may not follow certain parts that try to limit his power as Commander in Chief. He argued that Congress cannot legally force him to share top-secret information or stop him from moving troops and making military decisions during foreign conflicts.