Jeffries Criticized for Not Ruling Out Support for More Iran War Funding
Mar 15th 2026
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries declined to rule out backing a reported $50 billion supplemental request from the Trump administration for the U.S.-Israel war on Iran, drawing sharp criticism from progressive lawmakers and advocacy groups.
- Jeffries said he would consider any administration funding request later while criticizing the White House for failing to justify the war.
- The Trump administration is reportedly preparing a roughly $50 billion supplemental funding request for the conflict with Iran.
- Democrats are split, with some senators open to supporting more funding and others calling a $50 billion request outrageous.
- Votes on War Powers resolutions failed last week and Democratic leaders who voted for the measures still face criticism for not opposing war funding.
- The State Department sent about $152 million in military aid to Israel, reported to include large munitions, while some senators are demanding public hearings.