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Democratic Senators Demand Full Casualty Report from Defense Secretary on Iran Conflict

Twelve Democratic senators on the Armed Services Committee issued a formal request. They asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to provide a full accounting of U.S. troops killed or Twelve Democratic senators on the Armed Services Committee issued a formal request. They

asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to provide a full accounting of U.S. troops killed or wounded in Iran. The senators said the department has not delivered timely and comprehensive casualty reports. The request highlights concerns over transparency in the

ongoing conflict. Committee members emphasized the need for accurate data to inform policymakers. They indicated that current reporting falls short of congressional expectations. The senators urged the Pentagon to improve its reporting mechanisms. The

move puts pressure on the Defense Department ahead of upcoming oversight hearings.

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