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Pete Hegseth puts cost of Iran war at $37.5 billion as the Pentagon seeks more money from Congress
NBC News Politics·July 22, 2026·1 min read
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth estimated the cost of the Iran war at $37.5 billion during a combative Senate hearing, up from the $25 billion Pentagon officials gave in late April. NBC News has reported the amount is much higher. Hegseth is seeking more money from Congress for the conflict.
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