Hegseth to be grilled by Congress for first time since Iran war began
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will testify before Congress regarding the escalating costs of the Iran war and the impact of recent military operations on U.S. munitions and civilian casualties
Justin Tomlinson2 sources
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is scheduled to face questioning from members of Congress for the first time since the outbreak of the war with Iran. This upcoming appearance represents a critical juncture for the Defense Department as lawmakers prepare to examine the administration's conduct and strategy during the conflict. The session will mark the first formal opportunity for congressional representatives to grill the Secretary on the record since military operations commenced.[1][2]
During the hearing, Democratic lawmakers are expected to pivot their focus toward the ballooning financial costs associated with the ongoing war. In addition to fiscal concerns, the inquiry is likely to address the massive drawdown of critical U.S. munitions, which has raised questions about the sustainability of the military effort. Members of Congress are also prepared to challenge Hegseth regarding the bombing of a school that resulted in the deaths of children, an incident that has intensified scrutiny of the war's human cost.[1]
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