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Johnson's House Majority on Brink: Iran Funding Becomes Latest Testing Ground
Iran funding faces a crucial test as it approaches a multibillion-dollar request to bolster its Iran campaign, which could spark resistance from GOP fiscal hawks in Johnson's razor-thin House majority.
The Trump administration's planned $3 billion funding request for an expanded US campaign against Iran may face opposition from conservative House Republicans who are wary of increased spending. This could test Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's government's ability to pass legislation in its razor-thin majority. The proposal has sparked debate about the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of the US policy towards Iran. The outcome could have implications for the UK's relationships with its international partners.
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