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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth goes to the Hill with nearly $90B funding request

NPR News·July 21, 2026·1 min read

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will appear on the Hill on Tuesday seeking a nearly $90 billion funding boost as the Iran war once again flares. The request comes amid renewed military tensions, with Hegseth expected to brief lawmakers on defense priorities and the escalating conflict in the region.

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