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Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Hegseth dangerously exaggerated' US military triumph in Iran, Senate hears

Pete Hegseth's statements on the Iran war are criticized as exaggerated and misleading, leading to public discontent over military actions and costs.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 hours ago

$25bn or $1 trillion: How much has Iran war really cost the US?

Lawmakers express concern over the transparency and actual costs of the Iran war, with estimates significantly higher than the Pentagon's reported figures.
SF politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
9 hours ago

Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces scrutiny over the Iran war and military budget proposals amid bipartisan concerns and questions about troop levels in Europe.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

The Most Explosive Moments From Pete Hegseth's House Hearing

Hegseth emphasizes the need for increased military funding and criticizes war critics as the U.S.'s biggest adversary.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Hegseth dangerously exaggerated' US military triumph in Iran, Senate hears

Pete Hegseth's statements on the Iran war are criticized as exaggerated and misleading, leading to public discontent over military actions and costs.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 hours ago

$25bn or $1 trillion: How much has Iran war really cost the US?

Lawmakers express concern over the transparency and actual costs of the Iran war, with estimates significantly higher than the Pentagon's reported figures.
SF politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
9 hours ago

Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces scrutiny over the Iran war and military budget proposals amid bipartisan concerns and questions about troop levels in Europe.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

The Most Explosive Moments From Pete Hegseth's House Hearing

Hegseth emphasizes the need for increased military funding and criticizes war critics as the U.S.'s biggest adversary.
more#iran-war
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Pete Hegseth denies Iran war is a quagmire' as cost to US hits $25bn

Pete Hegseth claims critics of the US-Israel war on Iran pose a greater threat than Iran itself, emphasizing the need for military budget approval.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Japan builds up its southern shield' as faith in US security cover falters

Japan's southern island of Kyushu is ground zero for one of the greatest shifts in Japan's defence strategy since 1947, when it formally renounced the use of war to settle international disputes.
World politics
Washington DC
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

The problem with America's $1 trillion military budget

US defense spending is projected to exceed $1 trillion, driven by a proposed $1.5 trillion budget for 2027 and high costs of military weapons.
#trump-administration
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Trump's $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget Could Be Political Suicide for Republicans

Trump proposes a $1.5 trillion military budget, the largest in U.S. history, raising questions about necessity and allocation of funds.
Washington DC
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

The United States Is Self-Destructing Amid Empire Collapse

The Trump administration's budget prioritizes military spending while proposing cuts to nonmilitary programs, reflecting a focus on defense over domestic welfare.
more#trump-administration
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Starmer rejects accusation Labour is complacent' on defence funding

Keir Starmer disagrees with George Robertson's views on defence funding, asserting that defence spending is increasing and addressing both defence and social security.
#donald-trump
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago
Right-wing politics

Trump's Imperial Military Budget

Donald Trump openly expresses his views on presidential power and military spending, prioritizing military funding over social programs.
fromwww.mediaite.com
11 months ago
US politics

Top Senate Republican Rips Trump's Budget Proposal: Will Shred to the Bone Our Military Capabilities'

Senator Wicker critiques Trump's 2026 budget proposal for not fulfilling defense spending promises, potentially undermining national security.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
11 months ago

Top Senate Republican Rips Trump's Budget Proposal: Will Shred to the Bone Our Military Capabilities'

Senator Wicker critiques Trump's 2026 budget proposal for not fulfilling defense spending promises, potentially undermining national security.
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fromPOLITICO
3 weeks ago

Trump asks Congress to supersize military budget, slash domestic programs

The White House is seeking a 10 percent cut to nondefense spending, proposing a reduction of $73 billion from federal programs outside the military, targeting environmental initiatives.
Washington DC
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Iran war: Israel approves billions in new military funds

Israel's new budget for 2026 includes a significant increase in military spending, reflecting the ongoing conflicts with Iran and Hezbollah, which have escalated in recent months.
France politics
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
6 months ago

14 of the Most Expensive Navy Aircraft Ever Produced

The U.S. Navy is a large, centuries-old maritime force with global presence, extensive aircraft and ships, and the largest U.S. military budget.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
10 months ago

NATO summit: Germany's military faces new challenges DW 06/23/2025

NATO's ambitious defense spending targets demand significant increases from member nations, especially Germany, which is currently at a 2% spending level.
US news
fromTruthout
10 months ago

Report: Global Nuclear Weapons Spending Surpassed $100 Billion Last Year

Nuclear weapons spending increased by 11% in 2024, surpassing $100 billion.
The U.S. remains the largest spender on nuclear arms, significantly outpacing other nations.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 year ago

Why Does "National Security" Always Mean More War, Not More Health Care?

The ongoing trend of vast military spending is prioritized over essential social services despite significant budget reductions.
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