strikeJul 21, 2026

‘We face critical shortfalls’: Hegseth testifies to Congress, says Iran war has cost $37.5B so far

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‘We face critical shortfalls’: Hegseth testifies to Congress, says Iran war has cost $37.5B so far The Defense secretary provided the new estimate, up from earlier accounts, during testmnony before the Senate Appropriations Committee.

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‘We face critical shortfalls’: Hegseth testifies to Congress, says Iran war has cost $37.5B so far The Defense secretary provided the new estimate, up from earlier accounts, during testmnony before the Senate Appropriations Committee. July 21, 2026 - 1:32 pm WASHINGTON — Defense …

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