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Senators Question Defense Secretary Hegseth on Iran War Funding Amid Rising Casualties

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces scrutiny from senators over a proposed $95 billion budget package for military funding amid escalating conflict in Iran. With 17 American service members dead and public disapproval of President Trump's handling of the situation, lawmakers are concerned about the potential for a prolonged military engagement.

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