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Trump Seeks $67 B War Funding, Pentagon Cuts Training

7/21/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump is asking Congress for $67 billion to cover the shortfall from his war with Iran.
The Pentagon is reallocating cash and has limited or canceled combat-readiness training and maintenance spending.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will present the request to the Senate Appropriations Committee on Tuesday.
OMB chief Russell Vought said the war has cost about $30 billion, though analysts say the true cost is higher.

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U.S. President Donald Trump is asking Congress for $67 billion to cover the shortfall from his war with Iran.
The Pentagon is reallocating cash and has limited or canceled combat-readiness training and maintenance spending.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will present the request to the Senate Appropriations Committee on Tuesday.
OMB chief Russell Vought said the war has cost about $30 billion, though analysts say the true cost is higher.