Inspector general confirms munitions shortfall
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The Pentagon inspector general confirmed a munitions shortfall from the U.S. war with Iran and said operations cost about $33 billion, despite denials from Trump and the White House.
The Iran War is out of control. Gas prices are about to hit record highs. Families are struggling to make ends meet. The threat of AI looms.
But Republicans already delivered tax cuts for corporations and billionaires — so Mike Johnson is sending the House home.
"Promises made, promises kept."
But Republicans already delivered tax cuts for corporations and billionaires — so Mike Johnson is sending the House home.
"Promises made, promises kept."
September 16, 2026 at 5:45 PM
The Iran War is out of control. Gas prices are about to hit record highs. Families are struggling to make ends meet. The threat of AI looms.
But Republicans already delivered tax cuts for corporations and billionaires — so Mike Johnson is sending the House home.
"Promises made, promises kept."
But Republicans already delivered tax cuts for corporations and billionaires — so Mike Johnson is sending the House home.
"Promises made, promises kept."
Reposted by Jacob T. Levy, James Cameron, Jason Lyall , and 2 more Jacob T. Levy, James Cameron, Jason Lyall, David Darmofal, Césari Laurent
however much you think the iran war is sapping u.s. military readiness, it's probably more than that.
a free link for you, the people www.bloomberg.com/graphics/202...
a free link for you, the people www.bloomberg.com/graphics/202...
The Iran Blockade’s Growing Price Tag Is Draining America’s Global Military Power
The cost of naval operations since the buildup began in January has topped $7.1 billion — not including all the US assets being used to escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.
www.bloomberg.com
September 16, 2026 at 6:01 AM
however much you think the iran war is sapping u.s. military readiness, it's probably more than that.
a free link for you, the people www.bloomberg.com/graphics/202...
a free link for you, the people www.bloomberg.com/graphics/202...
by Ian Bremmer
iran war in numbers (approx.):
$38 billion spent… >60% of interceptors used… diesel at $6.27 per gallon.
masterful gambit, sir.
$38 billion spent… >60% of interceptors used… diesel at $6.27 per gallon.
masterful gambit, sir.
September 16, 2026 at 4:57 PM
iran war in numbers (approx.):
$38 billion spent… >60% of interceptors used… diesel at $6.27 per gallon.
masterful gambit, sir.
$38 billion spent… >60% of interceptors used… diesel at $6.27 per gallon.
masterful gambit, sir.
Reposted by Marc Lynch
The impacts of the Iran war will intensify in the form of huge jumps in the prices of gasoline and diesel, analysts predict.
Attacks on Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline threaten to elevate what had been a shipping crisis into a broader disruption of oil.
Attacks on Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline threaten to elevate what had been a shipping crisis into a broader disruption of oil.
Analysts predict gas price jump, long disruption from damaged pipeline
The forecast of economic impacts beyond November’s midterms contrast with the Trump administration’s optimistic messaging.
www.washingtonpost.com
September 16, 2026 at 8:30 PM
The impacts of the Iran war will intensify in the form of huge jumps in the prices of gasoline and diesel, analysts predict.
Attacks on Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline threaten to elevate what had been a shipping crisis into a broader disruption of oil.
Attacks on Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline threaten to elevate what had been a shipping crisis into a broader disruption of oil.
Darline Graham Nordone supports this. @drannieandrews.com doesn't.
Trump's war in Iran has reportedly cost every American household an additional $1,760 this year.
September 16, 2026 at 8:43 PM
Darline Graham Nordone supports this. @drannieandrews.com doesn't.
Reposted by Manisha Sinha, Stephen A. Meserve, James Goodwin
CBO analysis: The Iran war has cost the U.S. $38 billion as of August 1.
That’s >$246 million per day, on average.
CBO says the war has raised inflation and global energy prices, citing reduced traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, and says it’ll raise interest rates on treasuries.
That’s >$246 million per day, on average.
CBO says the war has raised inflation and global energy prices, citing reduced traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, and says it’ll raise interest rates on treasuries.
September 16, 2026 at 12:29 AM
CBO analysis: The Iran war has cost the U.S. $38 billion as of August 1.
That’s >$246 million per day, on average.
CBO says the war has raised inflation and global energy prices, citing reduced traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, and says it’ll raise interest rates on treasuries.
That’s >$246 million per day, on average.
CBO says the war has raised inflation and global energy prices, citing reduced traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, and says it’ll raise interest rates on treasuries.
Reposted by David Darmofal
Trump's war in Iran has reportedly cost every American household an additional $1,760 this year.
September 16, 2026 at 8:41 PM
Trump's war in Iran has reportedly cost every American household an additional $1,760 this year.
Reposted by Manisha Sinha
Ranking Member @meeks.house.gov announced he will not clear the Trump administration’s proposed $2.8 billion sale of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel due to concerns that those munitions would not be used in accordance with U.S. and international law.
September 16, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Ranking Member @meeks.house.gov announced he will not clear the Trump administration’s proposed $2.8 billion sale of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel due to concerns that those munitions would not be used in accordance with U.S. and international law.
Reposted by Greg Linden, Henry Jones
American troops ANONYMOUSLY sent photographs to CBS News to show the damage Iranian missiles and drones have done to the bases they are living on.
The Pentagon is LYING about the war per Hegseth’s orders. He and the rest of Trump’s incompetent administration need to be impeached immediately.
The Pentagon is LYING about the war per Hegseth’s orders. He and the rest of Trump’s incompetent administration need to be impeached immediately.
September 16, 2026 at 2:35 PM
American troops ANONYMOUSLY sent photographs to CBS News to show the damage Iranian missiles and drones have done to the bases they are living on.
The Pentagon is LYING about the war per Hegseth’s orders. He and the rest of Trump’s incompetent administration need to be impeached immediately.
The Pentagon is LYING about the war per Hegseth’s orders. He and the rest of Trump’s incompetent administration need to be impeached immediately.
Reposted by Daniel W. Drezner
"The Trump administration has approved a $2.8 billion sale of heavy bombs to Israel, according to a U.S. official, in what would be among the largest deliveries of U.S. munitions there even as American public support for the country declines."
Trump Approves $2.8 Billion Arms Sale to Israel, Including 40,000 One-Ton Bombs (Gift Article)
The package would be among the largest deliveries of U.S. munitions to Israel.
www.nytimes.com
September 16, 2026 at 4:44 PM
"The Trump administration has approved a $2.8 billion sale of heavy bombs to Israel, according to a U.S. official, in what would be among the largest deliveries of U.S. munitions there even as American public support for the country declines."
It is hard to articulate how insanely stupid & destructive the war against Iran has been, but as one clear data point, there is no reason to assume the price of gas would have been anything other than flat had Trump not chosen to start his absurd war.
September 16, 2026 at 2:09 PM
It is hard to articulate how insanely stupid & destructive the war against Iran has been, but as one clear data point, there is no reason to assume the price of gas would have been anything other than flat had Trump not chosen to start his absurd war.
‘The US can’t lose’:
Pentagon plows ahead on AI despite warnings www.politico.com/news/2026/09...
Pentagon plows ahead on AI despite warnings www.politico.com/news/2026/09...
‘The US can’t lose’: Pentagon plows ahead on AI despite warnings
Military leaders warn the risks of falling behind adversaries in artificial intelligence research outweigh the potential risks of the technology.
www.politico.com
September 16, 2026 at 10:08 PM
‘The US can’t lose’:
Pentagon plows ahead on AI despite warnings www.politico.com/news/2026/09...
Pentagon plows ahead on AI despite warnings www.politico.com/news/2026/09...
by Matthew Bunn
US law requires recipients to use US-supplied weapons in ways consistent with international humanitarian law. Israel’s slaughter of Palestinians has clearly violated IHL. It’s time to stop illegally fueling the killing.
Breaking News: The Trump administration approved a $2.8 billion arms sale to Israel that includes heavy bombs, according to a U.S. official.
Trump Approves $2.8 Billion Arms Sale to Israel
The package includes 40,000 one-ton bombs and would be among the largest deliveries of U.S. munitions to Israel.
nyti.ms
September 16, 2026 at 4:53 PM
US law requires recipients to use US-supplied weapons in ways consistent with international humanitarian law. Israel’s slaughter of Palestinians has clearly violated IHL. It’s time to stop illegally fueling the killing.
by Scott Lucas
Officials: 14 #Russia spy satellites passed over US military base in #SaudiArabia days before #Iran carried out a damaging strike
March 27 attack, involving at least one missile and several drones, wounded 12 US service members and destroyed or damaged several warplanes
#IranWar
March 27 attack, involving at least one missile and several drones, wounded 12 US service members and destroyed or damaged several warplanes
#IranWar
US War on #Iran, Day 202: #SaudiArabia Claims #Houthi Drone Near #Mecca
#IranWar #Yemen
eaworldview.com/2026/09/us-w...
#IranWar #Yemen
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US War on Iran, Day 202: Saudi Arabia Claims Houthi Drone Near Mecca - EA WorldView
Overhead view of the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, May 29, 2026 (Saudi Press Agency) EA on Pakistan TV: Crisis Surges as Advance of Yemen’s Houthis Joins Failing US War on Iran UPDATES: US War ...
eaworldview.com
September 16, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Officials: 14 #Russia spy satellites passed over US military base in #SaudiArabia days before #Iran carried out a damaging strike
March 27 attack, involving at least one missile and several drones, wounded 12 US service members and destroyed or damaged several warplanes
#IranWar
March 27 attack, involving at least one missile and several drones, wounded 12 US service members and destroyed or damaged several warplanes
#IranWar
Pentagon Inspector General Details U.S. Losses and Challenges in Iran War www.nytimes.com/2026/09/15/u...
Pentagon Inspector General Details U.S. Losses and Challenges in Iran War
Helicopters for evacuating casualties were pulled from four countries, and hundreds of military facilities were destroyed, according to a new report.
www.nytimes.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:55 AM
Pentagon Inspector General Details U.S. Losses and Challenges in Iran War www.nytimes.com/2026/09/15/u...
Iran seems to have really smart, highly trained, military engineers, who can make the most of diminished capacity. The US has Hegseth’s weird obsession with creating a military containing only people who look like him.
CBS News Exclusive: New photos reveal widespread damage at multiple U.S. positions across the Middle East caused by Iranian attacks.
New photos show widespread damage at U.S. positions caused by Iranian missile, drone attacks
The images were sent to CBS News by active service members under condition of anonymity.
cbsn.ws
September 16, 2026 at 12:32 AM
Iran seems to have really smart, highly trained, military engineers, who can make the most of diminished capacity. The US has Hegseth’s weird obsession with creating a military containing only people who look like him.
For scale, a single US 2,000-pound bomb, with an estimated crater size of 50 feet, was used by Israel in the Jabalia refugee camp airstrike that killed at least 126 civilians, including 69 children, on 31 October 2023, according to Airwars.
Trump’s planned sale of controversial bombs to Israel is largest in years: The pending transfer of 40,000 2,000-pound bombs, involved in scores of incidents resulting in civilian casualties, sets up a potential litmus test for Democrats. wapo.st/4yHxFCs
Trump’s planned sale of controversial bombs to Israel is largest in years
The pending transfer of the 2,000-pound munition, involved in scores of incidents resulting in civilian casualties, sets up a potential litmus test for Democrats.
wapo.st
September 16, 2026 at 6:25 AM
For scale, a single US 2,000-pound bomb, with an estimated crater size of 50 feet, was used by Israel in the Jabalia refugee camp airstrike that killed at least 126 civilians, including 69 children, on 31 October 2023, according to Airwars.
Reposted by Greg Linden
Trump bombed Iran again in early Sept, ending a month of not bombing and hoping things improve.
They didn't.
US "accomplishments":
-Sunk a tanker
-Killed 5 at a wedding
-Fail to get others to sanction Iran
-More US bases damaged
-Houthi advances in Yemen
-Attacks on Saudi oil industry
My latest:
They didn't.
US "accomplishments":
-Sunk a tanker
-Killed 5 at a wedding
-Fail to get others to sanction Iran
-More US bases damaged
-Houthi advances in Yemen
-Attacks on Saudi oil industry
My latest:
Trump’s Iran Failure Deepens
More airstrikes, new sanctions, expanded regional fighting, and no end in sight
www.arcdigital.media
September 16, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Trump bombed Iran again in early Sept, ending a month of not bombing and hoping things improve.
They didn't.
US "accomplishments":
-Sunk a tanker
-Killed 5 at a wedding
-Fail to get others to sanction Iran
-More US bases damaged
-Houthi advances in Yemen
-Attacks on Saudi oil industry
My latest:
They didn't.
US "accomplishments":
-Sunk a tanker
-Killed 5 at a wedding
-Fail to get others to sanction Iran
-More US bases damaged
-Houthi advances in Yemen
-Attacks on Saudi oil industry
My latest:
