As the U.S. military campaign in Iran nears one month, bipartisan lawmakers have expressed frustration over the administration’s lack of clear strategy, objectives, and transparency regarding funding, with the Pentagon preparing to request an additional $200 billion to support operations. Congressional officials criticized the absence of definitive answers on the war’s goals and the potential deployment of ground troops, a move some view as a “red line” that could jeopardize support. Despite the White House’s claims of ongoing briefings and commitment to dismantling Iran’s military capabilities, lawmakers continue to demand more detailed information amid escalating costs and strategic uncertainty.