Article #25040
Times of India
| Title | Hegseth pushes Trump’s $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027 as Congress presses Pentagon over Iran war costs | Source | Times of India |
| Description |
 Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended President Trump's proposed $1.5 trillion military budget amid congressional scrutiny over the Iran war's escalating costs, now at $29 billion. Lawmakers questioned the strain on weapons stockpiles, while Hegseth acknowledged increased production to support ongoing operations and future needs.
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| Link | https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/hegseth-pushes-trumps-1-5-trillion-defense-budget-for-2027-as-congress-presses-pentagon-over-iran-war-costs/articleshow/131052298.cms | Published At | 2026-05-12 21:09:55 (2 months ago) |
| Created At | 2026-05-12 21:18:33 | Updated At | 2026-05-12 21:18:33 |