Congress wonders as the Iran war draws to a close: Was it worth it?
Published on: June 20, 2026, 6:02 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Congress grapples with the aftermath of President Trump's Iran conflict, questioning its worth amidst lives lost and billions spent. While some senators decry the outcome as a failure, others believe the nation is safer. Lawmakers now face the task of explaining the war, replenishing military supplies, and securing a fragile ceasefire, all while debating a substantial Pentagon budget increase and scrutinizing a tentative deal that includes significant Iranian reconstruction funds.
