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Hegseth Evades Iran War Plan, Taxpayer Burden Warned

4/30/2026

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  • U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before the House Armed Services Committee on April 29, 2026 and gave no details on the Iran war strategy.
  • Rep. Adam Smith repeatedly pressed for the Pentagon's plan while Pete Hegseth evaded each query.
  • Rep. Seth Moulton's vaccine question was met with shouting, illustrating Pete Hegseth's volatile demeanor.
  • Rep. Joe Courtney and other members warned that the war's economic burden threatens American taxpayers.