Event Brief
Hegseth hearing shows partisan divide over Iran war
Filed: Apr 30, 2026 at 7:02 AM ET
Summary: Defense Secretary Hegseth faced sharp questions in Congress as the Pentagon reported the Iran war has cost $25 billion and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz continues.
WHO: Defense Secretary Hegseth
WHAT: Congressional hearing where the Pentagon disclosed Iran war costs and maintained a Strait of Hormuz blockade
WHEN: Apr 29, 2026 at 6:50 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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