Senator Jim Banks defends $200 billion military funding request for conflict with Iran
Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) defended a $200 billion funding request for U.S. conflict against Iran, calling it an 'America First' priority. Banks argued the funding would rebuild U.S. stockpiles and munitions while reshoring defense manufacturing jobs. He acknowledged the request comes with a 'big price tag' but argued it serves America's interests.
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“Senate Republican defends spending $200B on Iran war as an 'America First' priority”
“GOP Senator Says Giving Trump $200 Billion To Fight Foreign Wars Is 'America First'”
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