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Clark Demands War Powers Vote Over Secret $25B Iran Cost

5/2/2026

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Clark Demands Resolution

House Minority Whip Katherine Clark warned that the undisclosed $25 billion price tag of the Iran war demands a war-powers resolution.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before the House Armed Services Committee, where Pentagon said the Iran war has cost $25 billion.
The Strait of Hormuz shutdown cut oil shipments, pushing Brent crude to $126 a barrel.
Clark said gasoline rose $1.25 per gallon and $5-$6 on the West Coast, hurting families.

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Hegseth Testified

An anti-war activist shouted “Pete Hegseth, you’re a war criminal” and was arrested during his Senate testimony.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee during Democratic questioning.
Sen. Jack Reed (D-RI) said the Iran war caused civilian casualties and billions in costs.
CAIR Action and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer demanded impeachment and urged a war-powers resolution.

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Clark Demands Resolution

House Minority Whip Katherine Clark warned that the undisclosed $25 billion price tag of the Iran war demands a war-powers resolution.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before the House Armed Services Committee, where Pentagon said the Iran war has cost $25 billion.
The Strait of Hormuz shutdown cut oil shipments, pushing Brent crude to $126 a barrel.
Clark said gasoline rose $1.25 per gallon and $5-$6 on the West Coast, hurting families.

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