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Hegseth defends $1.5 trillion defense budget proposal

3 sources4 storiesFirst seen 4/29/2026Score55Mixed Progress
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Hegseth defends Iran war that has cost U.S.

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$25B so far in tense hearing.

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House Armed Services Committee was focused on the Pentagon's 2027 budget proposal, which would boost defence spending to a historic US$1.5 trillion.

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Hegseth makes case for massive $1.5 trillion Pentagon budget proposal.

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Dan Caine are testifying before the House Armed Services Committee on Wednesday.

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CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.

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The two are expected to face questions on the ongoing war with Iran and the Pentagon's budget request for the upcoming year.

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Hegseth defends $1.5 trillion defense budget proposal.

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