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The Sun (Malaysia)via ReutersApr 16, 2026International

White House cannot estimate Iran war cost amid defence budget push

Russell Vought defended a $1.5 trillion military budget while admitting the administration lacks a cost estimate for the Iran war.

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Vought Defends $1.5T Defense Budget Amid Iran War Cost Uncertainty
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White House Budget Director Russell Vought defended a $1.5 trillion military budget while admitting the administration lacks a cost estimate for the ongoing Iran war. He faced sharp bipartisan criticism over Pentagon accountability and proposed cuts to Medicaid and food assistance.

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