Dossier
Linda Bilmes
Coverage of Linda Bilmes in the Nexus archive.
- The Pentagon said Iran War costs $29 billion,but the real cost is closer to $200 billion—and counting
The Pentagon reported $29 billion in U.S. military costs for the Iran conflict, but experts estimate the true cost exceeds $200 billion. The war has caused economic strain, public disapproval of President Trump, and ongoing financial demands, with additional $80 billion requested for military operations.
- Analyzing a potential U.S., Iran agreement and the economic impact of the war
The U.S. and Iran are nearing an agreement to initiate negotiations on a long-term peace deal. CBS News contributor Sam Vinograd analyzes the potential agreement, and Harvard Kennedy School's Linda Bilmes discusses the economic impact of the Iran war.