US too broke to continue: Iran war money crunch behind early wrap-up and IRGC free reign in Gulf?

The financial cost of the reported Iran conflict is coming under renewed scrutiny as the United States Department of Defense reportedly seeks tens of billions of dollars in additional funding from Congress. According to reports, Pentagon officials warned lawmakers that military services could face budget pressures without supplemental appropriations, while debate continues over the overall cost of operations and future defense spending. The funding discussions come as the administration of Donald Trump pursues a broader military budget expansion amid growing concerns over inflation, government spending, and the political impact of wartime expenditures ahead of upcoming elections.