Trump asks Congress for $87bn, mostly for 'urgent' Iran war costs
But the budget faces an uphill battle, coming a day after lawmakers rebuked Trump's military action.
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"You have not told the American people what's going on."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"We had four Republican senators and all Democrats... they want to lose the war because they're stupid."
— Donald Trump , Politician
Key People
Republican senator from Louisiana.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Jules Hurst is the chief financial officer of the Pentagon.
Mark Rutte is the Secretary-General of NATO.
Mike Johnson is the Speaker of the House from Louisiana.
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But the budget faces an uphill battle, coming a day after lawmakers rebuked Trump's military action.
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