Congress waits on Iran-war costs while mulling $1.5T defense request

Congress is reviewing a $1.5 trillion defense request amid concerns over the costs of the Iran war, with lawmakers frustrated by the Pentagon's refusal to provide detailed information. The administration's latest estimate is $29B, but the Defense Department has not answered lawmakers’ requests for details, hindering budget preparations. Recent reports suggest Iran's nuclear ambitions remain unchanged, raising concerns about escalating tensions between the US and Iran.