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SalonApr 15, 2026Opinion

“Never seen spending like this”: House Dems grill Vought on war spending

Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman criticized Russell Vought for prioritizing war over economic development and domestic social programs.

“Never seen spending like this”: House Dems grill Vought on war spending
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House Democrats grilled OMB Director Russell Vought over escalating 'Iran War' costs in the FY2027 budget, contrasting a $1.5 trillion military request with domestic needs like healthcare and education as Vought admitted he lacked a total cost estimate for the conflict.

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