Pentagon seeks $80 billion from Congress for Iran war
Summary
The Pentagon has told U.S. senators it needs about $80 billion mostly to fund the ongoing war in Iran. This request is part of a larger military spending increase that President Donald Trump is seeking, but some lawmakers are doubtful about approving the funding.Key Facts
- The Pentagon requested roughly $80 billion to cover costs related to the war against Iran.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has been discussing the funding with senators.
- This request is added to a larger Pentagon budget proposal from President Trump totaling $1.5 trillion.
- The White House Office of Management and Budget has not yet formally sent the request to Congress.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune said lawmakers will review the funding request and decide where votes stand.
- Some senators, especially Democrats, oppose the war and are hesitant to approve more military spending.
- The $80 billion estimate is much higher than the $29 billion previously given for war costs, which mainly covered replacing weapons and equipment.
- Republicans hope to pass most of the Pentagon budget through normal spending bills and a separate large funding vote later this year.
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