What Happened
Congress Returns Amid Looming National Security Policy Fights
The Pentagon’s funding is facing significant challenges due to the costs of the Iran war, with a $200 billion military funding gap that Congress must address. The Trump administration has proposed a $1.5 trillion defense budget, but the funding decisions are likely to be delayed until after the midterm elections. The situation is further complicated by the president’s handling of the Iran war and his pledges regarding the conflict’s endgame. The funding impasse may have significant implications for the Pentagon’s modernization efforts and its ability to respond to emerging threats, as reported by The Washington Times.