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- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended the Pentagon's $200 billion funding request for the ongoing war against Iran, stating that "it takes money to kill bad guys."
- Senator Ruben Gallego opposed the funding, arguing it signals a prolonged conflict and citing the Iraq War's costs.
- The request requires Congressional approval and comes as energy prices rise due to military actions in the region, with Congress divided.
