The Pentagon is seeking an additional $80 billion from Congress to fund the growing costs of the U.S. military campaign against Iran, adding to President Donald Trump's proposed record $1.5 trillion defense budget. As lawmakers question the future of the Iran deal and U.S. involvement in the conflict, a fierce battle over military spending is brewing on Capitol Hill. With Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg lobbying lawmakers, the funding request has sparked intense debate over national security, war costs, and the impact on American taxpayers. Will Congress approve the massive spending increase amid economic concerns and political divisions?

The Pentagon has told lawmakers it needs roughly $80 billion, mostly to cover the cost of the war in Iran.

Meanwhile, cuts are coming to housing and health care.

The Pentagon has told US senators it needs roughly $80 billion in additional funding, largely to cover costs associated with the war against Iran, according to people familiar…

The Pentagon has told senators it needs roughly $80 billion, mostly to cover the cost of the Iran war, adding to a sizable military spending boost sought by President Donald Trump.

The White House Office of Management and Budget has yet to make a formal request to Congress.

The Pentagon has told senators it needs roughly $80 billion, mostly to cover the cost of the U.S. war against Iran, adding to an already sizable military spending boost sought

The Pentagon is seeking an additional $80 billion from Congress to fund the growing costs of the U.S. military campaign against Iran, adding to President Donald Trump's proposed…

The additional $80 billion request from Congress for the Iran war comes as officials lobby lawmakers and debate intensifies over defense spending, military readiness, and the…