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Hegseth estimates Iran war has cost $37.5 billion as he defends funding request to Congress

Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from ABC13 Houston · July 21, 2026 · 1 min read

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday the U.S. war against Iran has cost $37.5 billion, so far, as he is facing questions and protests at a Senate hearing.

Why this matters in The Woodlands

The Woodlands residents tuning in to today's discussion on public-school funding in Texas will likely be interested in how any changes could impact the Conroe ISD and Tomball ISD school districts that serve the community. As a large master-planned community with a significant population of families, The Woodlands has a substantial stake in the state's education funding decisions. The community's growth and development are closely tied to the quality of its schools, making this a critical issue for local parents and taxpayers. Any updates or proposed changes to public-school funding will be closely watched by residents, who will be looking for information on how their local schools might be affected. The Woodlands Township and local school districts will likely be monitoring the situation closely, as well, to ensure that the community's educational needs are met.

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Category: local · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: ABC13 Houston · Reading time: 1 min

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Hegseth estimates Iran war has cost $37.5 billion as he defends funding request to Congress

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