Hegseth faces back-to-back hearings as lawmakers press Iran war costs, strategy

U.S. lawmakers are pressing Defense Secretary Hegseth on the costs and strategy of the war with Iran, raising concerns about the conflict's duration and lack of congressional approval. An estimated $25 billion has already been spent, and questions are being raised about military budgets and stockpiles. President Trump expressed concerns about the instability of the ceasefire and the Strait of Hormuz closure.