Iran War Costs Surge as Funding Push Intensifies | Global News

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stunned lawmakers by revealing the U.S. has already spent $37.5 billion in the Iran conflict, urging immediate approval of a $95 billion Republican military funding package amid rising tensions and public skepticism. As 17 American service members have died and over 100 injured since July, Hegseth framed the request as “urgent and necessary,” backing President Trump’s $1.5 trillion defense blueprint. But critics, including Senator Patty Murray, warn of another “forever war,” especially as polls show growing discontent over Trump’s Iran strategy amid soaring gas prices and dwindling munitions. The bill also includes $60 billion for national security, $12 billion for other security needs, $10 billion for farm aid, and $10 billion for voting reforms — all to be approved without amendments. With lawmakers heading into recess for campaigning, the debate intensifies as questions mount over strategy, cost, and effectiveness. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3551b7ce31c4ac9f