Pete Hegseth faced intense questioning in Congress as lawmakers scrutinized the cost and strategy of the ongoing Iran war. The Pentagon revealed the conflict has already cost an estimated $25 billion, while also pushing for a record defence budget of nearly $1.5 trillion. Lawmakers raised concerns about the war’s effectiveness, economic impact, and long-term risks. During the hearing, members of Congress challenged shifting narratives around Iran’s nuclear threat and questioned whether the war had achieved meaningful results. Hegseth defended the campaign, arguing that it is necessary for national security and should not be compared to past prolonged conflicts.
