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Lawmakers question Pentagon budget and military strategy
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced scrutiny over a significant military funding request. FBI Director Kash Patel was questioned about personal conduct during separate hearings. (sources: cbsnews, pbs)
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During Capitol Hill hearings, lawmakers expressed concerns about the Pentagon's $1.5 trillion budget request and the ongoing costs of the Iran war. Hegseth defended the funding while Patel addressed allegations regarding his personal behavior.
- Hegseth defended the Pentagon's budget request of $1.5 trillion for the 2027 fiscal year.
- Lawmakers from both parties expressed frustration over the costs associated with the Iran war.
- Patel faced questions regarding his alcohol use and personal behavior during a separate hearing.
Why it matters
The hearings reflect ongoing concerns about military spending and accountability within defense leadership.
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