Congress Poised to Back Iran War Funding as White House Prepares Request
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House Speaker Mike Johnson said Congress will pass a supplemental for Iran war funding once the White House formally requests it, with officials reportedly weighing a package around $50 billion; the plan faces partisan scrutiny over spending details, while the rest of the update highlights related Capitol Hill developments including retirements, elections in Texas, and committee actions.
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