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The Defense Budget and the War in Iraq
The Iraq war has intensified this year's debate on increasing the Pentagon's budget, which the President calls necessary for the war on terror. Is the military spending more and getting less for the money? What are the trade-offs? What's the impact on the economy? Meantime, Democrats are beginning their public investigation into the conduct of the war and occupation.
By Warren Olney • • 1h 0m ListenThe Iraq war has intensified this year's debate on increasing the Pentagon's budget, which the President calls necessary for the war on terror. Is the military spending more and getting less for the money? What are the trade-offs? What's the impact on the economy? Meantime, Democrats are beginning their public investigation into the conduct of the war and occupation.
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3 storiesPaul Bremer Grilled on Capitol Hill
As promised, Democrats are beginning their public investigation into the conduct of the Iraq war and occupation. The first witness is Paul Bremer , who led the Coalition Provisional Authority .
Read the story6 minWill Senate Hold Iraq Debate?
Since last November's election, there's been a steady buildup toward Senate debate on the war in Iraq. Members of both parties were talking tough about mismanagement and opposition to the President's troop increase .
Read the story15 minThe Defense Budget Keeps Growing
The much-anticipated Senate debate on Iraq remains a non-starter as Democrats and Republicans squabble over the ground rules. Meantime, the Bush Administration is asking Congress to increase defense spending to near record levels, with the Pentagon ready to ask for still more.
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