The Trump administration asked Congress for $87.6 billion in supplemental spending, with about $67 billion directed to Pentagon needs tied to the Iran war. The request faces resistance after lawmakers passed a war powers resolution challenging the president’s military action.
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U.S. and Iran officials are close to drafting a memorandum to end their conflict after weeks of talks and a fragile ceasefire. President Trump says the sides are "getting a lot closer" to a deal but warns military action remains a possibility.
The Atlantic has revealed that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared sensitive operational details about military strikes in Yemen, contradicting previous administration claims that no war plans were discussed. This information was inadvertently shared with journalist Jeffrey Goldberg, who was added to an encrypted messaging group that included top Trump administration officials. The leak has prompted significant concern in Washington, leading to a call for an expedited inspector general investigation by Senator Roger Wicker, highlighting the need for improved security measures for handling sensitive communications.