Hegseth testifies on Iran war before Senate committee: Key takeaways

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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and General Dan Cain testified before the Senate Armed Forces Committee regarding the ongoing war with Iran. They defended the war's progress, addressed concerns about munitions stockpiles, and discussed Russia's alleged assistance to Iran, while facing scrutiny over civilian casualties and adherence to the War Powers Act.

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