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During a Senate hearing on July 21, 2026, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reported that the cost of the Iran war has reached $37.5 billion, up from earlier estimates. The Pentagon is seeking $67 billion in additional funding as tensions escalate following a ceasefire breakdown and recent U.S. casualties.
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During a Senate hearing on July 21, 2026, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reported that the cost of the Iran war has reached $37.5 billion, up from earlier estimates. The Pentagon is seeking $67 billion in additional funding as tensions escalate following a ceasefire breakdown and recent U.S. casualties.
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Pete Hegseth puts cost of Iran war at $37.5 billion as the Pentagon seeks more money from Congress
Pentagon Estimates Iran War Costs at $37.5 Billion, Seeks Additional Funding