US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee, revealing the war with Iran has cost at least $37.5 billion.The administration is requesting an additional $67 billion in supplemental funding to address mounting costs as the fragile ceasefire collapses and casualties rise.

Hegseth emphasized the need for immediate funding, warning that failing to approve the request poses a 'greatest threat' to national security.The testimony followed the deaths of three American service members within two days and over 400 injuries in the past month.Senators challenged Hegseth on the war's strategy, with Democratic lawmakers accusing him of lacking a coherent plan.Hegseth accused Democrats of 'Trump Derangement Syndrome' for opposing the funding request.The hearing highlighted political tensions over military spending, with Hegseth comparing the conflict to previous wars to downplay the death toll.

The Pentagon's ongoing strikes against Iran, now in their 11th consecutive night, aim to disrupt Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.The debate underscores broader concerns about the war's impact on both military resources and domestic priorities.