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President Trump Attends Dignified Transfer at Dover Air Force Base Following Troop Deaths in Jordan and Iraq

On Wednesday, July 22, 2026, President Trump traveled to Delaware to honor fallen troops before heading to Georgia for economic remarks.

Jul 22, 2026, 1:26 PM The Hill

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US Defense Secretary Reveals $37.5bn Cost of Iran War Amid Calls for Further Funding

Pete Hegseth informs Senate of war expenses as regional tensions persist and US-Lebanon flights resume after four decades.

Guardian US | Jul 22, 2026, 1:04 PM

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Rubio and Wang Yi Discuss Cooperation Ahead of Xi Jinping’s US Visit

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Manila to prepare for President Xi Jinping’s upcoming visit to Washington in September.

CNA Latest News | Jul 22, 2026, 12:26 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlights dangers of Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict and casualties.

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US Open to Negotiations with Iran but Accuses Tehran of Not Being Serious, Rubio Says

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlights dangers of Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict and casualties.

Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 8:53 AM

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Defense Secretary Estimates Iran War Costs at $37.5 Billion

The latest figure marks an increase from earlier estimates, while some experts suggest the total cost could be much higher.

NBC Politics | Jul 22, 2026, 8:18 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating A heated exchange unfolded as Michigan Senator labeled US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth a failure amid revelations of a $37 billion war cost.

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Faces Criticism Over Iran and War Costs

A heated exchange unfolded as Michigan Senator labeled US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth a failure amid revelations of a $37 billion war cost.

Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 5:41 AM

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Defense Secretary Hegseth Estimates Iran War Cost at $37.5 Billion Amid Pentagon Funding Request

At a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reported the Iran war cost at $37.5 billion so far and requested $67 billion in supplemental funding as the conflict intensifies.

NBC Politics | Jul 22, 2026, 3:49 AM

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Senator Jon Ossoff Challenges Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on U.S. Victory Claims in Iran

A debate unfolded on July 22, 2026, over the U.S. military's success in Iran following Operation Epic Fury, with Senator Ossoff questioning Defense Secretary Hegseth's characterization of the outcome.

The Hill | Jul 22, 2026, 3:25 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating US President Donald Trump threatens heavy bombing of Iranian nuclear site Pickaxe Mountain amid escalating regional conflict.

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US Launches New Attacks on Iran; War Costs Reach $37.5 Billion

US President Donald Trump threatens heavy bombing of Iranian nuclear site Pickaxe Mountain amid escalating regional conflict.

Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 1:09 AM

Pete Hegseth Faces Senate Scrutiny Over $87.6 Billion Pentagon Funding Request

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen Dan Caine testified before the Senate as the Pentagon seeks additional funds amid ongoing conflict with Iran.

Guardian US | Jul 21, 2026, 11:36 PM

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Pentagon Leaders Testify on $88 Billion War Funding as Trump Signals No Interest in Iran Talks

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine testify before Congress amid escalating U.S.-Iran conflict and President Trump's mixed messages on military action.

NBC Politics | Jul 21, 2026, 10:13 PM

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Hegseth and Gen. Caine Testify Before Senate Amid Rising Iran Conflict

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine appear before a Senate committee to discuss escalating war with Iran and defend a $67 billion Pentagon funding request.

CBS Politics | Jul 21, 2026, 7:39 PM

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Hegseth and Caine to Testify on Iran War Supplemental Funding After Recent Escalation

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine will appear before the Senate to discuss the White House’s supplemental funding request following a deadly escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict.

The Hill | Jul 21, 2026, 5:07 AM

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Marjorie Taylor Greene Criticizes Pete Hegseth’s Tribute to U.S. Servicemembers Killed in Jordan

The former congresswoman challenged Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s characterization of fallen servicemembers as making a 'sacrifice' amid ongoing conflict linked to Iranian strikes.

The Hill | Jul 20, 2026, 2:40 AM

US Mission in Iran War Shifts Focus to Securing Oil Flow Through Strait of Hormuz

Trump administration official defends prolonged conflict amid rising troop deaths and criticism, while US launches retaliatory strikes against Iran’s Revolutionary Guards.

Guardian US | Jul 19, 2026, 7:17 PM

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US Conducts Airstrikes on Iran Following Deaths of American Troops

The United States launched airstrikes on Iran on Sunday, July 19th, aiming to punish Tehran after the first US military deaths since renewed hostilities in the Middle East. Iran responded with drone attacks on US bases in Kuwait and missile strikes in Jordan.

France 24 English | Jul 19, 2026, 3:08 PM

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Energy Secretary Chris Wright Affirms U.S. Mission in Iran After Fatal Attack on Troops

Following an Iranian attack in Jordan that killed two U.S. service members, Energy Secretary Chris Wright vows the mission to counter Iran will continue until objectives are met.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 19, 2026, 2:43 PM

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Defense Secretary Hegseth’s Testosterone Screening Mandate Sparks Debate

The new military directive to test testosterone levels in troops over 30 has drawn criticism from medical experts and political figures.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 11:51 AM

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Two US Soldiers Killed in Jordan Following Iranian Attack; Trump Promises Shift in Response

Two American service members were killed and a third is missing after an Iranian strike on a US base in Jordan, prompting US airstrikes on Iran and comments from President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 9:55 AM

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US Military Launches Retaliatory Airstrikes Against Iran Following Attack in Jordan

The U.S. military conducted airstrikes on Iran on July 19, 2026, in response to Iranian missile and drone attacks on U.S. forces in Jordan that killed two American service members.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 1:10 AM

US Military's New Testosterone Screening Mandate Faces Medical Skepticism

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth orders annual testosterone deficiency tests for service members aged 30 and older, but experts question the scientific basis and potential risks.

Guardian US | Jul 18, 2026, 3:33 PM

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Announces Testosterone Screening for Military Personnel

New health screening measures will test US troops aged 30 and older for testosterone deficiency as part of routine annual check-ups.

France 24 English | Jul 17, 2026, 5:53 AM

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Congress Poised to Approve $60 Billion Funding for Pentagon Despite Audit Failures

House Republicans propose a budget reconciliation bill to allocate $60 billion to the Department of Defense amid ongoing concerns over financial accountability and rising war costs in Iran.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 10:08 PM

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US Hosts Global Conference on Far-Left Political Violence Amid Controversy

More than 65 countries convene to address what the US calls a renewed threat from far-left terrorism, sparking debate over the designation's implications.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 1:08 PM