US War in Iran Costs $37.5 Billion So Far, Pentagon Chief Says

On Tuesday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth informed lawmakers that the financial toll of the U.S. war in Iran has escalated to $37.5 billion. This was his first time addressing doubts since military operations resumed in Iran. The total encompasses various elements of the conflict and projected expenses through September 30. During a Washington hearing, Hegseth's comments came as Democrats aim to connect the contentious war to economic issues ahead of the midterm elections in November. President Donald Trump had requested nearly $90 billion in additional funding from Congress last month, primarily for the Iran conflict. A Reuters source revealed that the initial six days of operations alone cost at least $11.3 billion. Both parties have expressed frustration over a lack of communication from Trump’s administration since bombings commenced on February 28.