"The Pentagon told a hearing of the House Armed Services Committee that the US had spent $25bn on its war on Iran, largely on munitions and equipment maintenance."
"Democratic leaders and several economists believe that number to be a significant underestimate, suggesting the actual cost could amount to between $630bn and $1 trillion."
"Hegseth lashed out at lawmakers who questioned US President Donald Trump's handling of the conflict, stating that the biggest adversary we face are the reckless words of Congressional Democrats and some Republicans."
"The Trump administration has asked for a $1.5 trillion defense budget for next year, a 42 percent increase, marking the largest expansion in military spending since World War II."
The US has reportedly spent $25 billion on the Iran war, but many lawmakers and economists believe this figure is a significant underestimate. They suggest the true cost could range from $630 billion to $1 trillion. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized lawmakers questioning the administration's handling of the conflict. The Trump administration is seeking a $1.5 trillion defense budget for the next year, marking a substantial increase in military spending. Concerns about transparency in war spending have intensified amid ongoing conflict.
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