Sen. Dick Durbin presses Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the rising cost of the Iran war, questioning why the Pentagon is requesting billions in additional funding while tens of billions from a previous defense package remain unobligated. As the discussion turns to Ukraine, Durbin also raises concerns about delays in delivering congressionally approved security assistance, arguing that funding decisions reflect broader questions about America's priorities.

The hearing explores military spending, congressional oversight, the cost of ongoing conflicts, and U.S. support for Ukraine as lawmakers scrutinize the administration's defense strategy.

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