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Pentagon Struggles Amid Iran Conflict | US News
The Pentagon’s in deep financial trouble as the Iran conflict drags on, forcing cuts to training, maintenance, and equipment—while Congress stalls on emergency funding. After Trump’s February strikes, what was meant to be a quick operation has spiraled, with Iran’s attacks disrupting global trade and inflating costs. The White House seeks $67 billion more, but partisan gridlock and a month-long congressional recess block progress. Even a $4.3 billion shift from training to urgent needs remains unapproved, forcing the Pentagon to reallocate funds from other programs. With the administration…
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