White House Seeks $88 Billion In Additional Funding, Mainly For Iran War Costs
Key takeaways
- The letter, written by Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought, noted that the money will help address “operational costs” incurred by the Pentagon during Operation Epic Fury.
- Around $21 billion of the Pentagon's request was sought to help rebuild ammunition stocks, which were depleted during the war, along with $17.3 billion for “operational costs” and $12.1 billion on classified programs.
- The letter also sought $300 million in funding for the State Department to cover war-related costs, including embassy security, personnel security and other related expenses.
Topline President Donald Trump’s administration on Wednesday night sought $87.6 billion in supplemental funding from Congress, primarily for costs linked to the Iran War, after the president clashed with Senate Republicans and successfully pushed them into rejecting a war powers resolution, a day after a similar measure passed after four GOP members sided with Democrats.
US President Donald Trump speaks during the kick-off celebration for the "Great American State Fair" on the National Mall in Washington, DC.AFP via Getty ImagesKey FactsIn an official letter sent to Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., the White House sought an additional $67.1 billion in funding for the Pentagon.
The letter, written by Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought, noted that the money will help address “operational costs” incurred by the Pentagon during Operation Epic Fury.