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Claimant: Social Media
Claim: The U.S. Department of Defense spent $93 billion in one month under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Rating: TRUE
Explanation: Federal spending records on USAspending.gov show the Department of Defense recorded roughly $93 billion in spending obligations during a single month. The figure reflects total monthly spending activity and is consistent with the Defense Department’s large operational budget.
Date: 03/16/2026
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Last Updated on March 16, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check