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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon is seeking $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war, a sizable amount that is certain to be met with questions from Congress, which would need to approve any new money.
Asked about the figure at a press conference Thursday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth did not directly confirm the amount, saying it could change.
But he said “we’re going back to Congress and our folks there to ensure that we’re properly funded.”.
AP AUDIO: Pentagon seeks $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war, AP source says AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports a senior Trump administration official says the Pentagon is requesting more money for the Iran war.
Rep. Rosa DeLauro, the ranking Democrat on the House Appropriations Committee, said of the $200 billion price tag: “It’s outrageous.”. »