Munitions Expenditures in Iran War Take Center Stage at Senate Hearing
The Pentagon is requesting $21 billion in emergency funds to replace munitions expended in the ongoing conflict with Iran, as top U.S. military leaders testify before the Senate Appropriations Committee. The request is part of a nearly $90 billion supplemental budget. War Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine are explaining the need amid an 11th day of resumed hostilities. Iran continues to strike targets in Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain, including water and power infrastructure. Jordanian air defenses intercepted three Iranian missiles, while Kuwaiti forces confront drone and missile attacks. The funding crunch is already limiting U.S. military training and maintenance. Three U.S. troops were killed in recent attacks, including at Jordan's Muwaffaq Salti Air Base. President Trump blamed Jordan for the casualties, saying other operators failed to stop the attack.
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