Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine testified before the House Armed Services Committee on Wednesday, April 29, marking their first appearance before Congress since the Trump administration launched military operations against Iran. The hearing provided lawmakers with an opportunity to question the defense leaders about the ongoing conflict. According to PBS NewsHour, Democrats have contested the war as costly, raising concerns about its financial and human impact. Breitbart reported on the testimony, noting the appearance of the two officials. The session allowed members of the committee to address strategy, expenditures, and the administration's defense posture. No immediate quotes from the hearing were provided in the initial reports.
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