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US Spends $12B on War with Iran Says Economic Adviser

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President Trump's top economic adviser Kevin Hassett revealed Sunday morning (Mar 15) that military strikes against Iran have already cost at least $12 billion, marking what he described so far as an affordable expenditure for his administration.

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    The United States spent approximately $12 billion since starting joint strikes against Iran with Israel, according to White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett.
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    Kevin Hassett stated that funding levels are currently sufficient for the administration's needs while lawmakers prepare a potential supplemental request.
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    Reports from multiple international outlets confirm Trump's top advisor revealed this massive price tag on Sunday.
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