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5 min readThe Pentagon is asking Congress for an additional $80 billion to cover the costs of the ongoing war against Iran, even as the Senate passed a resolution the day before aimed at limiting President Trump's military action in the region. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is personally lobbying senators for the funds, which are needed mostly to pay for months of combat operations and to replenish the thousands of cruise missiles, drones, and interceptors expended since the U.S. and Israel launched the war. The request comes on top of the White House’s record $1.5 trillion regular defense appropriation for this year. While defense hawks agree the U.S. must urgently restock its global munitions stockpile, the war and the current ceasefire agreement are unpopular, and senators from both parties may balk at the staggering price tag.
Housing bill signing canceled, election order blocked
President Trump abruptly canceled a signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill, the "America Act." He offered no clear explanation, saying only, "I don't like a few people, but that's okay. I think you know who they are."
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- 1 (00:03) **Pentagon Seeks $80 Billion for Iran Operations** - Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is lobbying senators to fund munitions and operations after the U.S.-Israel war against Iran, despite the ceasefire being unpopular.
- 2 (01:08) **Trump Cancels Bipartisan Housing Bill Signing** - The president abruptly canceled the ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill, making vague comments about not liking "a few people" in the room.
- 3 (01:30) **Federal Judge Blocks Trump Election Executive Order** - Judge Denise Kasper permanently bars most of the order requiring proof of citizenship to vote and restricting mail-in ballots, ruling the Constitution gives election power to states and Congress.
- 4 (02:07) **Utah Primary Results: McAdams Returns, Incumbents Safe** - Former Congressman Ben McAdams wins the Democratic nomination in a safe Democratic district, virtually ensuring his return to Congress. All three Republican incumbents also keep their seats.
- 5 (02:47) **Market Close: Tech Losses Drag S&P 500 Down** - The S&P 500 fell a fraction despite more stocks rising than falling, weighed down by losses from several major tech companies.
- 6 (03:00) **Rise in Anti-Immigrant Attacks in South Africa** - Thousands of African immigrants are leaving due to rising anti-migration anger and protests, with a deadline of June 30th set by anti-immigration groups for a national shutdown.
- 7 (03:20) **USPS Cash Crisis Delayed Until 2031** - The Postal Service won't run out of cash until at least 2031, after stopping contributions to workers’ retirement plans. Postmaster General David Steiner calls the borrowing "uncomfortable" and suggests Congress may need to reconsider delivery requirements.
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