During a Senate committee testimony, Defense Secretary [Name] stated that an additional $88 billion is required to sustain vital operations in Iran without disruption. The testimony was marked by the removal of protesters at the beginning. The ongoing conflict has contributed to rising gas prices in the U.S., with the American Automobile Association (AAA) reporting that a gallon of fuel is now just over $4, nearly a dollar more than a year ago. Additionally, Brent Crude, the international oil benchmark, has increased by almost 2% to $90.92 a barrel.
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Defense Secretary Requests $88 Billion for Operations in Iran During Senate Testimony
Defense Secretary [Name] testified before a Senate committee, requesting $88 billion to support ongoing military operations in Iran. The testimony was disrupted by protesters, and the conflict has led to increased gas prices in the U.S., with AAA reporting prices over $4 per gallon.
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Pete Hegseth defends ongoing war in Iran and requests $88bn more to pay for it during Senate committee testimony – live
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Defense Secretary Requests $88 Billion for Operations in Iran During Senate Testimony