Pentagon leaders say they could start running out of money for operations this summer unless Congress passes a new wartime spending bill

Pentagon leaders have warned that they could begin running out of funds for military operations this summer unless Congress approves a new wartime spending bill. Despite bipartisan pressure from both Republicans and Democrats for an emergency supplemental spending request, the Pentagon has yet to submit such a request.

This situation is critical as it threatens the Pentagon's operational capabilities at a time when military readiness is paramount, especially amid ongoing conflicts and international tensions.

The funding impasse reflects broader issues within Congress, where partisan divisions have stalled critical defense funding, mirroring similar struggles over budget allocations for other security measures, such as border funding, and raising concerns about the overall military posture and readiness of the U.S. armed forces.