Good afternoon and welcome to your afternoon news update from AP. Today, the Pentagon is seeking $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war, an AP source says; trade with Cuba collapses as President Trump escalates pressure on the Communist Party; and some people are now calling for Dolores Huerta's name to replace César Chavez's on the plethora of buildings, monuments and streets that bear his name across the country.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks during a press briefing at the Pentagon in Washington, Thursday. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta) |
Pentagon seeks $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war, AP source says |
The Pentagon is seeking $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war, a sizable amount that is certain to be met with questions from Congress, which would need to approve any new money. The department sent the request to the White House, according to a senior administration official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the private information. Asked about the figure at a press conference Thursday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth did not directly confirm the amount, saying it could change. "It takes money to kill bad guys," Hegseth said. Read more. |
