President Bush promised to "spend whatever it takes to win the war against terrorism" on Saturday, and then called on Congress to nearly double the allotted money for homeland security. It would be the largest increase in defense spending in 20 years.

"Every budget reflects fundamental choices, and my administration has made choices to fit the times," the President said in his weekly radio address. "We'll protect our people in every way necessary, and we will carry our campaign against global terror until we achieve our goal: That peace comes from victory."

Bush will ask Congress to approve an extra $48 billion for U.S. military forces and another $38 billion earmarked for homeland security. The President also promised to complete the effort to enhance security at airports and borders.



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