Hegseth Faces Pressure in Congress Over Iran War Strategy and Rising Costs

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced pressure from Congress regarding the escalating costs and unclear endgame of the conflict with Iran. The conflict has now cost the United States approximately $29 billion, contributing to rising fuel prices and concerns about U.S. military readiness. President Trump defended the administration's approach, asserting that the U.S. blockade restricts Iran's finances.