Pete Hegseth gets into heated exchange with congressman about troop deaths in Iran war
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**Summary:** Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth engaged in a heated exchange with a congressman during his first testimony before the House Armed Services Committee, discussing troop deaths in the Iran war and seeking $1.5 trillion for the Pentagon's 2027 budget. **Why It Matters:** This incident highlights the ongoing political
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