During a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing, U.S.Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth faced sharp criticism from Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen over the administration's handling of the Iran war and its funding requests.

Shaheen questioned Hegseth about the justification for continued military spending, arguing that Americans should not bear the financial burden of a war they do not support.

Hegseth attempted to defend the administration's position, emphasizing the strategic importance of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

However, Shaheen interrupted him, stating she had limited time and would not engage with his 'speech,' instead demanding a direct answer to her question.

The exchange highlighted growing tensions between the Trump administration and congressional leaders over military spending and the perceived lack of public support for the Iran conflict.Hegseth's comments also touched on broader geopolitical concerns, framing the war as a critical effort to counter radical Islamist threats.The incident underscores the political challenges facing the administration as it seeks to justify its defense policies in a divided Congress.