Pat Ryan introduces bill to block unauthorised Iran war funding
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Updated · ms.now · May 6
Pat Ryan introduces bill to block unauthorised Iran war funding
6 articles · Updated · ms.now · May 6
The New York Democrat said Armed Services Committee Democrats estimate the war has already cost $40bn-$50bn, versus the Pentagon's disputed $25bn figure.
Co-signed by top Democrats on the House Armed Services, Foreign Affairs and Intelligence committees, the measure would bar new spending without congressional authorisation or a formal declaration of war.
Democrats say the administration is withholding cost details as it seeks $1.5tn for the next Pentagon budget, and plan to tie the conflict to higher US living costs.
With cost estimates varying by tens of billions, what is the true economic toll of the recent military conflict with Iran?
Has the Iran war's high munitions use exposed a critical flaw in America's ability to fight a prolonged, high-tech conflict?
Pat Ryan's "No Funds for Iran War Act": Congressional Battle to End Unauthorized $25 Billion Conflict
Overview
In May 2026, Congressman Pat Ryan introduced the 'No Funds for Iran War Act' to stop funding offensive U.S. military operations against Iran, responding to rising American casualties, growing public opposition, and severe economic impacts like soaring gas prices and inflation. The bill leverages Congress's constitutional power to control war funding, especially after the conflict passed the 60-day legal limit without congressional approval. Despite bipartisan scrutiny and public pressure, the White House scaled back its war funding request but defended its authority. This legislative effort highlights the ongoing struggle between Congress and the President over war powers and aims to restore accountability in decisions of war.