Lawmakers push Hegseth for actual cost of Iran war during Capitol Hill hearing
Summary
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and other Pentagon officials testified on Capitol Hill about the proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget for next year. Lawmakers questioned Hegseth about the real costs of a war with Iran during the hearing.Key Facts
- The hearing took place on Capitol Hill.
- The topic was the defense budget proposal for the next year, totaling $1.5 trillion.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified at the hearing.
- Other Pentagon officials also testified alongside Hegseth.
- Lawmakers asked about the actual cost of a potential war with Iran.
- The discussion focused on budget priorities and military spending.
- The hearing is part of the budget review process by U.S. lawmakers.
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