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Democrats need to hammer Trump on his unprecedented corruption

To win in this year’s midterm elections, the party must highlight that Trump has made huge financial gains while millions struggle to make ends meet

The Guardian - US

Rand Paul Slams $1.5 Trillion Pentagon Ask: The Biggest Threat to America Isn't Iran, It's the Debt

Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) says the biggest threat to America’s national security isn’t Iran. It’s the nearly $40 trillion the country owes.

Benzinga

'You're a Failure': Pete Hegseth Slammed Over $37.5bn Cost of Iran War, Requests $80bn for More Funding

US Defence Secretary faced intense questioning in Congress over a $80 billion military funding request, amid concerns about rising costs and unclear strategy in the ongoing conflict with Iran.

International Business Times UK

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Pete Hegseth Torched By Gary Peters in Fierce Showdown as Senator Says Pentagon Chief Has ‘No Strategy’ and ‘No Long-Term Plan’ to Win Iran War

Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) branded Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth a "failure" on Tuesday, accusing him of having "no strategy" and "no long-term plan" to win the war against Iran while seeking nearly $70 billion more from Congress.

Benzinga

Too many trucks, too many zeros: Army audit drive exposes flaws as Pentagon nears 2028 goal

The Pentagon aims for its first clean financial audit by 2028. New systems are uncovering numerous data entry errors in financial records. These mistakes include incorrect zeros and misplaced letters in inventory tracking. The Army's new digital dashboard provides a unified view of spending. This consolidated data helps correct errors…

The Economic Times

Has Trump dragged the US into a forever war in Iran?

He decried endless wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Now he may be stuck in one of his own making

The Guardian - US

Houthi Red Sea threat would challenge a stretched US military

The Houthis' threats to block Saudi ports signify a troubling development in the Iran war, potentially raising US military commitments in the region. With a history of withstanding coalition bombings, the Houthis may challenge military resources further, necessitating a redirection of naval support, which could lead to reduced US firepower…

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War cost US over $37 billion, Hegseth says, as strikes on Iran continue for 11 straight days

US defence secretary Pete Hegseth said the war against Iran has cost $37.5 billion so far as he defended President Donald Trump's funding request during a heated Senate hearing. Hegseth faced protests and sharp questioning ahead of a proposed $95 billion Republican budget package, which includes military funding alongside aid…

The Times of India

Pete Hegseth Tells Senate Iran War Has Cost $37.5 Billion as He Seeks Billions More: 'Without These Funds, We Face Critical Shortfalls'

The Pentagon has raised its official estimate for the cost of the U.S.-Israel war against Iran to $37.5 billion, as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended a broader request for nearly $70 billion in supplemental war funding during a Senate hearing.

Benzinga

Pentagon identifies third soldier killed in Iranian attack

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The Independent UK

US Iran war bill climbs to $37.5 billion as Hegseth seeks urgent funding

The United States' war in Iran has reached $37.5 billion in costs. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sought urgent funding from skeptical lawmakers. This conflict strains the Pentagon's budget and risks military personnel matters. A fragile ceasefire collapsed, leading to daily strikes and troop casualties. President Trump threatens escalation and new…

The Economic Times

Massie Loses Section 219 Fight Again, Vows No Vote on NDAA

The US House faces controversy over Section 219 in the NDAA, which proposes a permanent US-Israel Defence Technology Cooperation Initiative, sparking debate over its implications for military policy.

International Business Times UK

‘Failure’ Hegseth melts down over questions about Iran war strategy as costs explode

Defense secretary demands ‘necessary injection’ of $67 billion for ‘generational investment’ in nation’s military as senators ask him to justify continued spending while Americans struggle at home

The Independent UK

US Official Warns White House Unaware of Missile Stockpile Shortage as Iran War Drags On

A US official warns of insufficient missile stockpiles for ongoing operations in Iran, raising concerns about military readiness and transparency from the Pentagon.

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The Independent UK

Pete Hegseth is floundering. His desperate Senate appearance just proved that

ANALYSIS: The Secretary of ‘War’ struggled to justify the continuing war in Iran as he went to Congress to ask for over $70 billion of supplementary funding. Instead, he retreated to a series of embarrassing buzzwords, writes Holly Baxter

International Business Times UK

SpaceX's Next Billion-Dollar AI Customer Could Be the Pentagon

SpaceX is in talks to lease AI computing capacity to the Pentagon, extending its AI infrastructure business beyond Google and Anthropic.

Barchart

After a Nasty Post-IPO Selloff, SpaceX Looks to the Pentagon to Give SPCX Stock a Boost

The Pentagon will purportedly run AI models after sourcing compute from the Musk-led company.

The Independent UK

The Pentagon just admitted the Iran war is blowing a hole in its budget

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Latin Times

Nearly 100 U.S. Service Members Injured in Iranian Strikes in the Past Two Weeks, Pentagon Says

The latest casualties follow Iranian missile and drone strikes against U.S. and allied military sites in Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain and elsewhere

International Business Times UK

'Needs to End Now': Democrats Demand Trump Halt Iran War After Troop Deaths

Democrats urge President Trump to halt military actions against Iran following the deaths of US troops, criticising the administration's strategy and calling for a return to diplomatic solutions.

The Independent UK

Trump’s Iran war has the military running out of cash — and Hegseth running to lawmakers hat in hand

The depleted Pentagon is reportedly having to cancel military training exercises that keep troops combat-ready and divert funds from weapons purchases

The Independent UK

Pete Hegseth roasted by fitness experts for military ‘workout’ videos he keeps sharing

‘His pull-ups or chin-ups and the kicking that he does—you would never allow that,’ a retired brigadier general said

Euronews

Iran vows to bomb own land as fears grow over Kuwait incursion

Iranian MPs called for capturing US soldiers and launching ground attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain, as discussions grew over a possible ground operation by either side and US strikes entered their 10th consecutive day.

The Independent UK

US admits dozens of troops injured in Iran after claims it withheld information

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The Independent UK

US strikes Iran for 10th consecutive night as Tehran strikes tanker in the Strait of Hormuz

Iran has attacked a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing its crew to abandon the ship

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