US Treasury Secretary Says Iran War Funded

US Treasury Secretary Says Iran War Funded

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stated that the United States has 'plenty of money to fund' its ongoing conflict with Iran. Speaking to NBC News, Bessent emphasized President Donald Trump's commitment to maintaining military readiness and strategic ambiguity in the Middle East.

Bessent confirmed that additional funding requests are being made to Congress to support operations against Tehran. The conflict began in February with joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran, triggering retaliatory attacks on Israel and US-linked targets across the region.

Key points include Trump's assertion of authority under the War Powers Act, the Pentagon's request for $200 billion in supplemental funding, and Netanyahu's response to the attacks in Israel. The remarks come amid an escalating conflict that continues to impact global energy markets and regional stability.