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

The U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee held a hearing to discuss additional military funding for the war in Iran, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth estimating $37.5 billion in costs. Republicans emphasized urgent funding needs, while Democrats like Patty Murray criticized the war's impact and potential for more spending. Hegseth warned of critical shortfalls without congressional approval.