‘Urgent requirements’ for US military funding cited by GOP as Hegseth estimates war cost

The U.S. Senate committee grappled with determining the additional military funding needed amid the ongoing war in Iran, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth estimating the cost of the bombing campaign at $37.5 billion. This debate highlights the financial strain such conflicts place on national budgets and raises questions about the long-term fiscal implications for the U.S. as military expenditures soar. The urgency underscored by GOP members points to a broader concern about national security funding amidst an already tight fiscal landscape.