WATCH: Murray calls Pentagon's Iran war cost estimate 'suspiciously low,' presses for damage price tag
Summary
Senator Patty Murray questioned the Pentagon’s estimate of the war cost in Iran during a Senate hearing. She pointed out that the $29 billion figure given by Pentagon officials might be too low because it does not include the cost of damage to U.S. military facilities. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth did not provide a damage cost but emphasized the importance of preventing Iran from getting a nuclear weapon.Key Facts
- Senator Patty Murray challenged the Pentagon’s cost estimate of the war on Iran, calling it too low.
- The Pentagon’s comptroller said the war cost had risen to $29 billion.
- The estimate apparently does not include damage to U.S. military facilities in Iran.
- Murray asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for the cost of damage, but he did not give a number.
- Hegseth focused on the cost of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
- President Donald Trump is making efforts to confront Iran’s nuclear program despite the costs.
- The hearing was held before a Senate Appropriations subcommittee.
- The issue reflects ongoing debates about the financial impact of U.S. actions in Iran.
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