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Apr 18, 2026 The Trump administration requested $200 billion from Congress for the war with Iran Tier 1 · Primary Power and Authority
The request sought to expand executive war policy through a massive funding ask, shifting public resources toward military action and away from domestic priorities.
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- Trump Administration Requests $200 Billion for War on Iran — The Trump administration has requested $200 billion from Congress to fund the ongoing war in Iran.
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Week 66 – 2026-04-18–2026-04-24
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