Iran war has cost $37.5bn so far, Hegseth tells Senate – US politics live

Protesters removed at start of testimony as defense secretary claims billions more in funding is needed ‘sustain vital operations without disruption’Pete Hegseth faces questions over $87.6bn additional funding for PentagonSign up for US Breaking News emailUS gas prices have continued to rise since the conflict with Iran resumed this month. According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), a gallon of fuel is now just over $4 – almost a dollar more than a year ago.It comes as Brent Crude, the international oil benchmark, is now up by almost 2% to $90.92 a barrel. Continue reading...