All articles tagged with #iran war funding
The House passed a $1.15 trillion defense policy bill and advanced a measure to fund the Iran war, with Republicans overpowering Democrats who warn Congress isn’t restraining the administration’s expanded use of military force; the measures face Senate hurdles amid debates over funding and War Powers.
A growing bloc of House Republicans threatens to vote against Speaker Mike Johnson’s $95 billion budget framework for the Iran war and farm aid, risking passage as leadership races to win over holdouts before recess. Backers push for more detail on enforcement provisions under the SAVE America Act and a potential fourth reconciliation bill, while skeptics like Rep. Thomas Massie, Warren Davidson, Tim Burchett and Kevin Kiley demand pay-fors and concessions. Negotiations continue with leadership urging more member buy-in.
House Republicans are weighing a sprawling emergency military funding package for the Iran conflict, potentially bundling tens of billions in defense with $15 billion in farm aid and wildfire/disaster relief to win Democratic support, while balancing cost concerns and intra-party rifts.
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Congress will pass a supplemental for Iran war funding once the White House formally requests it, with officials reportedly weighing a package around $50 billion; the plan faces partisan scrutiny over spending details, while the rest of the update highlights related Capitol Hill developments including retirements, elections in Texas, and committee actions.