White House: Iran War Costs $12 Billion So Far
March 17, 2026·about 3 hours ago·via Tempo.co English

The White House reveals the U.S. war in Iran has already burned through $12 billion in just weeks, with Trump economic adviser Kevin Hassett confirming the figure on CBS while insisting current funding suffices for now. Pentagon briefings pegged day-six costs at $11.3 billion, excluding pre-war buildup and long-term weapon replacements, as independent analysts like CSIS warn of escalating expenses that could demand billions more from Congress. Read more about this...