Pentagon official warns war costs exceed 50 billion
Deputy Defense Secretary Paul Wolfowitz told Congress that wars in Iraq and Afghanistan will top 50 billion dollars next year, nudging estimates toward 75 billion in the budget year starting October 1. White House aides have floated 50 billion as the probable figure. He also signaled possible compromise on the White House request for full control over the first 25 billion for the wars.
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Two Marines Die in Iraq After Bombs and Clashes
In the Fallujah area a roadside bomb killed a U S Marine on Thursday. A second Marine died of wounds from a clash west of Baghdad, the Marine Corps said. The slain Marine belonged to the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force and had been wounded earlier in Anbar province.
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Guard deployments threaten domestic emergency response
A GAO report warns overseas deployments could strain National Guard stateside missions as equipment and personnel are sent abroad. Fire chief Chris Eras cites risks from reservists in public safety roles, while California and Texas note varied deployment levels and adaptability challenges for homeland security duties.
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