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

Republican lawmakers are pushing for urgent military funding increases, citing dire warnings from former Navy captain and GOP operative Peter Hegseth. Hegseth claims that without additional congressional support, the Pentagon could struggle to meet essential needs, including service member pay, equipment replenishment, and ongoing operations. This push underscores the growing concern about the U.S. military's readiness and capacity to sustain long-term conflicts, highlighting the political stakes involved in defense budget allocations.