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Hegseth estimates Iran war has cost $37.5B so far

Sen. Patty Murray, the top Democrat on the panel, in her opening remarks warned of “another forever war.”

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The Philadelphia Inquirer· Jul 21, 8:43 PMHegseth estimates Iran war has cost $37.5B so far

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Hegseth is facing questions from senators over funding for the Iran warSenators are preparing to grill Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the U.S. war against Iran. Hegseth and other officials are appearing before the Senate Appropriations Committee as Republicans push a $95 billion budget package to fund the military, along with aid to farmers and voting law changes that are top White House priorities. Their appearance…

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