US House approves $95 billion budget for Iran war costs in narrow vote

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a $95 billion budget package early Thursday, including $60 billion for the Pentagon to cover the costs of the war with Iran. The vote was 216-214, with all Democrats opposing the measure, according to Israeli media reports from N12.

The U.S. House of Representatives approved a $95 billion budget package early Thursday morning, with 216 votes in favor and 214 opposed. All Democrats voted against the measure. The package includes $60 billion in additional funding for the Pentagon to cover the costs of the ongoing war with Iran.

3 developments

1. 07:04 · 23 JulLatest

   Budget updated to $1.15 trillion with $60 billion in additional spending.

2. 00:38 · 23 Jul

   Vote passed 216-214 with all Democrats opposing the measure.

3. 00:14 · 23 Jul

   US House approves $95 billion budget for Iran war costs in narrow vote

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