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Hegseth's treatment of lawmakers threatens Trump's $1.5 trillion defense plan
This summer, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asked a Republican lawmaker what he thought the odds were that Congress would pass the Trump administrations record $1.5 trillion defense budget request. The chances, the lawmaker responded, were about the same as Hegseth getting confirmed again by the Senate. Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting stories from The Washington Post. You have a problem, and you need to increase the amount and the quality of the communication with Congress, the Republican lawmaker recounted in an interview, speaking on the condition of anonymity to describe the private exchange. Months later, members of both parties said the Pentagon has not changed course. For decades, defense issues have mostly remained insulated from Washingtons toxic partisanship. But Republicans and Democrats say they increasingly fear that fire wall no longer exists. With just over 20 legislative days left in the year - and next weeks election likely to empower Democrats eager to confront Hegseth - lawmakers are deadlocked on their major defense policy and spending bills. Failure would leave the Pentagon with few options to replace the thousands of weapons spent during eight months of war with Iran and halt the administrations ambitious military agenda. To understand how the consensus collapsed, The Washington Post spoke with 30 people at the center of national security in Congress, including 20 lawmakers who sit on the committees that oversee the Pentagon and its budget. Republicans argued that Democrats are stalling critical military funding to placate voters incensed at President Donald Trump. Democrats framed their opposition as a necessary check on an administration that the GOP-controlled House and Senate have refused to hold accountable for starting a war without the approval of Congress. But most lawmakers who spoke with The Post described the impasse in more personal terms. Hegseths adversarial behavior - from withholding information to attacking Democrats and some Republicans - was straining the bipartisan dealmaking that has long ensured support for the military, members of both parties said. The people who have been around for a few days have seen what normal looks like, Rep. Joe Courtney (D-Connecticut) said. Were not living in normal. In a statement, Pentagon spokesman Joel Valdez defended Hegseths approach, saying the secretary is always willing to engage directly with any lawmakers who bring forward their concerns in good faith. Lawmakers understand exactly how critical the National Defense Authorization Act and defense appropriations are to military readiness, Valdez said, referring to the pending bills. We do not expect them to deliberately cripple the force or our warfighting capability simply to score political points. The collapse of bipartisanship The NDAA is widely considered a must-pass bill. The legislation, which covers issues from troop pay to weapons production, has advanced for 65 consecutive years. A similar, albeit less reliable, coalition helps pass the annual defense spending bill, which provides the money to pay troops, buy weapons and conduct military operations worldwide. The group of Republicans and Democrats who typically support the legislation has fractured this year. The NDAA failed to advance in the Senate and barely passed the House, where more Republicans voted against it than Democrats voted for it. The two chambers are negotiating a final version with votes expected later this fall. At greater risk of failing, most lawmakers said, is the annual defense budget. The Trump administrations $1.5 trillion plan would fund a range of advanced weaponry, from commercial-style drones to precision missiles depleted during the Iran war. It directs billions more toward some of Trumps personal projects for the military, including a Golden Dome missile defense shield, a fleet of battleships named after him and renaming the Defense Department as the War Department. Hegseth has called the 40 percent increase in spending an urgent, necessary injection of resources to outpace Americas adversaries. He has also urged Congress to approve an additional $67 billion in funding to help cover the costs of the Iran war and other military operations around the world. Nearly all Senate Democrats blocked the request in an extraordinary act of protesting the conflict. In a move that has frustrated some Republicans, the administration split the defense budget into two buckets: $1.15 trillion that will require some Democratic support and another $350 billion meant to pass with GOP votes alone. Republicans have so far failed to agree on a strategy to pass the party-line share of funding. The gridlock has left the military vulnerable, lawmakers said. U.S. Central Command, which oversees operations in the Middle East, estimated that as of mid-October the Iran conflict had cost more than $47 billion, forcing the Pentagon to delay trainings and maintenance projects just to cover its bills. After failing to reach a lasting ceasefire this summer, the president has threatened to restart strikes after the midterms. Russia and China are questioning whether or not we have the resources and the ability to quickly replace dwindling stocks and ammunition, said Sen. Mike Rounds (R-South Dakota), who faulted Democrats for holding up the defense budget. Youre mad at the president, but youre taking it out on these men and women who are following orders. Excluding the Democrats Democrats say the Trump administration is blaming them for problems of its own making. To come in and say, Oh, by the way, we made this choice and we spent all this money and we need you to replenish it - it takes a lot of nerve, said Sen. Angus King (Maine), an independent who caucuses with Democrats. The Trump administration has excluded Democrats from several briefings on the $350 billion in defense spending it hopes to pass on a party-line vote. These meetings have broken a long-standing practice of sharing national security information equally with each party, lawmakers said. Multiple Republicans noted that the administration has tightened the briefings in part due to concerns about leaks to the news media, which Trump officials have blamed on congressional Democrats. Many in the GOP said they had urged the Pentagon to include both parties. If we are asking them to make these country-altering decisions, I think we have to inform them, said Sen. Kevin Cramer (North Dakota), one of multiple Republicans who noted theyd urged the Pentagon to share more information with Democrats. The Republican lawmaker who offered Hegseth his blunt assessment of the $1.5 trillion request also said that Democrats are partly to blame for the lack of communication. Earlier this year, the lawmaker said, he brokered a private meeting between Hegseth and a small group of Democrats. All of the Democrats declined to meet with the secretary, the lawmaker said. Other members of Congress faulted Hegseth for the distrust. In April, while appearing before the House Armed Services Committee, Hegseth delivered a broadside in his opening remarks. The biggest adversary we face at this point, he said, are the reckless, feckless and defeatist words of congressional Democrats and some Republicans. At one point during the hearing, Rep. Austin Scott (Georgia), a senior Republican on the committee, noted that the administration would need Republican and Democratic votes to secure its budget. The way Hegseth treats people is a problem, Scott said in an interview. Shockingly unprofessional During Hegseths first private meeting with the Senate Armed Services Committee, in June 2025, he opened with a warning, according to three people familiar with his remarks. Though the hearing was classified, the secretary said, he didnt know - and didnt trust - everyone in the room and would watch what he said, these people recalled. They cited the exchange as an example of Hegseths combativeness. Its as shockingly unprofessional as anything I see, Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), who voted against Hegseths confirmation and has opposed the Iran war, said of the secretarys tone. Current and former officials familiar with Hegseths relationships on Capitol Hill disputed assertions that the Pentagon was withholding information from Congress or refusing to meet with Democrats. They said Hegseths private meetings had been professional and noted that Democrats had openly attacked him, accusing him of mismanagement and dishonesty. The Pentagon did not directly address questions about this encounter or others detailed in this report. The contentious relationship has led some Republicans to ask the Pentagon to instead send uniformed officers to brief Congress, lawmakers said. Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of the Staff, has hosted private breakfasts with Republicans and Democrats at the Pentagon in an attempt to build more bipartisan support for the budget, according to lawmakers and others familiar with the sessions. A spokesperson for Caine declined to comment. Meanwhile, members of both parties voiced a sense of resignation that the defense-related committees were becoming more partisan. Democrats dont want to work on anything in a bipartisan way that could be construed as giving Trump a win, said Sen. Deb Fischer (Nebraska), a senior Republican. Many Democrats said they are worried that the Pentagons shortfalls could hamstring military readiness for years, including in a future Democratic administration. But they argued that they need to use every tool they have to resist what they see as an unconstitutional war. We are taking serious risks with our national security and should not be, said Sen. Chris Coons (Delaware), the top Democrat on the Senate panel on defense spending. At the end of the day, the presidents responsible for the decisions hes made. Multiple people familiar with the budget negotiations, some speaking on the condition of anonymity to provide their candid assessment, said that the Trump administrations $1.5 trillion request was probably impossible with so little time left in the year. A U.S. official familiar with Hegseths relationships with lawmakers asserted that the full budget request was still viable and that Republicans, if they lose control of Congress, would see this as their last chance to secure defense-related priorities without Democratic votes. Doubts about the budget have come at a low point for Hegseths standing with congressional Republicans, who have signaled they will oppose his preferred picks to lead the Army and criticized him more openly in recent weeks. When the House returns in November, Hegseth will probably face an impeachment vote, led by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Kentucky), over the Iran war. Meanwhile, some Democrats felt emboldened heading into next weeks election - they appear likely to at least regain control of the House - and the prospect of launching aggressive oversight of the Pentagon. Earlier this year, Hegseth held private breakfasts with the top Republicans and Democrats on the Armed Services committees, in an effort to improve his standing. Rep. Adam Smith (Washington), the House Armed Services Committees top Democrat, recalled saying near the end of his meeting with Hegseth that, despite their disagreements, they didnt have to be enemies. In an interview, Smith said he wasnt looking to partner with this Pentagon. Im looking, he added, for ways to stop the awful things theyre doing with our military. Related Content This article originally appeared on Washington Post at https://washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/10/29/inside-breakdown-trumps-15-trillion-pentagon-plan/
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In Bend, Oregon, a dedicated volunteer took an old door and turned it into a stunning hall tree for a fundraising event. This creative transformation emphasizes the blend of style and utility, illustrating the beauty of reclaimed materials. The initiative showcases a rising trend in sustainable furniture design, fostering a deeper appreciation for the art of reusing and restoring items, ultimately contributing to eco-friendly living practices.
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Rock collapse kills two in Turkey's Cappadocia, local media reports
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K'taka Cabinet approves separate development Corporation for tribal welfare
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 29 (IANS) The State Cabinet has approved the establishment of the Karnataka Tribal Development Corporation to exclusively drive the social, educational, and economic development of tribals, as well as micro and most micro Scheduled Tribes. The new corporation will be set up with a grant of Rs 33.36 crore, and the proposal was cleared in the Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar at Vidhana Soudha on Thursday. Karnataka already operates the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation, the Karnataka Medara Development Corporation, and the Nomadic Communities Development Corporation, each catering to specific communities based on their traditional occupations and habitats. However, the government has recognised the critical need for a dedicated corporation to ensure the holistic development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG) residing in and around forest areas, including the Irula, Soliga, Jenukuruba, Kadukuruba, Kudiya, and Siddi communities. This initiative fulfils the announcement made in the 2026-27 state budget by former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to establish the new corporation, as per the official statement from the ST Welfare Ministry. As per the proposal presented to the Cabinet, the new corporation will encompass 33 Scheduled Tribe communities. Its primary objective is to design and implement special schemes for their socio-educational and economic upliftment. The corporation will place a strong emphasis on economic empowerment, promoting entrepreneurship, skill development, market support, and enhancing livelihoods.
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China's Communist Party conclave on toughening discipline sees record expulsions, absences
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India's NavIC navigation system awaits boost with ISRO's NVS-03 launch
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She fasted for husband's long life on Karwa Chauth, he kills her with pestle
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'Time to raise our voice as democracy is at stake': Venugopal appeals Indians to join Nov 1 rally
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) Congress MP and party's General Secretary (Organisation) K.C. Venugopal on Thursday targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Centre, while appealing every Indian to join the INDIA bloc's November 1 rally against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. In a video message posted on social media platform X, Venugopal referred to the Opposition alliance's rally as Chalo Dilli, Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao and claimed that the democracy is under attack. Thirteen crore names have been deleted from electoral rolls. There is a massive fraud happening in voter rolls in state after state, he alleged while referring to the SIR being conducted by the Election Commission of India (ECI). Criticising the Union government, Venugopal said: Our votes are being stolen and when we demand answers, we are met with cane charge and detention. We will not be silenced or intimidated, we will continue to fight for our democracy. The Congress leader also asserted that Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi is leading the fight from the front, emphasising that the LoP is fearlessly raising questions and holding those in power accountable. Now it is time for all of us to stand with him (Rahul Gandhi) and join this fight, he added. Venugopal also said: On November 1, there will be a massive rally and march by INDIA bloc parties at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi, demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation and holding the Modi government accountable. Mentioning that he will be present at the Ramlila Maidan, the Congress MP urged every Indian to join the Opposition alliance. This is the time to stand up, to raise our voices. The future of our democracy is at stake and we cannot afford to remain silent. Jai Hind! Venugopal said. Earlier on Thursday, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge said the mega INDIA bloc protest was very much on track, adding that the opposition parties have taken up the task to awaken the people against the autocratic regime (NDA government). Echoing similar view, Congress MP Kumari Selja said: Rahul Gandhi ji, our other leaders and the INDIA bloc are fighting to save democracy, from the streets to Parliament. Our voices are being suppressed in Parliament. You have seen how we tried to raise our concerns during the Parliamentary session, but the Union government does not allow us to do so. They have absolutely no faith in democracy and have made every possible attempt to weaken it. Meanwhile, Congress MP Manish Tewari questioned the BJP's 'Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy march, saying that restoring the voting rights of 13 crore disenfranchised people would eliminate the need for rallies.
'Double-defeat of double-engine govt': Akhilesh Yadav on BJP's MLC polls performance
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday (October 29) termed the BJP's performance in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council elections a double defeat and said the results had set the stage for his party's victory...
Italy's top court upholds shutdown of former Ilva steelworks, in setback to Meloni
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1st Test: Jomel Warrican's five-wicket haul helps West Indies bowl out Bangladesh for 272
Bangladesh suffered a dramatic batting collapse on the second morning of the first ICC World Test Championship Test against the West Indies, losing their last seven wickets for just 59 runs to be bowled out for 272. Resuming the day at 213/3, Bangladesh were undone by the West Indies' left-arm spin duo of Jomel Warrican and debutant Joshua Bishop, who combined to claim seven wickets between them. Bishop triggered the collapse by dismissing Shadman Islam shortly after the opener completed his third Test century. Shadman scored 105 runs before departing, while Towhid Hridoy, who had retired hurt on the opening evening, managed to add little after returning to the crease, falling to Bishop for 42. Warrican breached Mehidy Hasan Miraz's defence, while Shamar Joseph removed Nayeem Hasan and Hasan Mahmud in quick succession. Warrican then wrapped up the Bangladesh innings by dismissing Taijul Islam and Shoriful Islam off consecutive deliveries, finishing with figures of 5/53. In reply, the W...
2 Killed After Rock Spire Collapses At Tourist Site In Turkey's Cappadocia
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Ahmedabad civic body plans Rs 570-crore 'City Square' project with 175-metre tower, skywalk
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 29 (IANS) The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has proposed a Rs 570-crore urban development project featuring a 175-metre-high tower, a skywalk, a viewing gallery, restaurants and commercial spaces on Sindhu Bhavan Road in the Bodakdev area. Named 'Ahmedabad City Square', the project will include three basement levels for parking, an urban plaza, an amphitheatre, an art gallery, shops and food courts. The tower is planned as the centrepiece of the development, which the civic body intends to establish as a recreational, cultural and commercial hub. The AMC published the tender for the project on October 25. A special orientation meeting will be organised to brief interested contractors on the scope and requirements, followed by two pre-bid meetings. Once the contract is awarded, the selected contractor will have 42 months to complete the project. The AMC has planned the development on a plot allotted by the civic body's Estate Department. The total plot area is 13,144.40 square metres, while the proposed building will occupy 12,091 square metres, excluding the road area. The three basement levels, extending approximately 15 metres below ground, will provide parking for 385 cars and 1,109 two-wheelers. The first basement will accommodate around 195 cars and the second around 190 cars, while the third will be dedicated to two-wheelers. An additional parking facility for 450 four-wheelers is planned on a separate AMC-owned plot opposite the project site. The lower-ground floor will house commercial shops and an art gallery, while the upper-ground level will feature an urban plaza with food kiosks, gardens, seating areas, a water fountain and an amphitheatre. The plaza's landscaping and planting will cover approximately 5,990 square metres. The amphitheatre is designed to accommodate around 310 people, while the project also envisages four kiosks with a combined visitor capacity of 214. A total of 50 commercial shops are planned across the lower-ground, upper-ground and ground floors. The tower will feature restaurant facilities at heights ranging from 29.5 metres to 47.25 metres. A two-storey restaurant at approximately 40 metres is planned to accommodate around 900 people at a time, while a terrace-deck caf above it is expected to provide seating for approximately 1,200 people. The plans include four floors for restaurant-related facilities, comprising two restaurant floors, a service floor and a terrace with a viewing gallery. At the top, a sky deck and skywalk at approximately 175 metres will offer panoramic views of the city. The viewing gallery is designed to accommodate between 50 and 75 visitors at a time, according to different sections of the project details. A large digital screen extending along the tower between approximately 40 metres and 175 metres is also planned for displaying advertisements. The building will have 17 lifts, including four for visitors, one for restaurant services and 12 connecting the basement parking levels to the ground floor. Two of the visitor lifts will have provision to reach the viewing gallery at the top. The design also incorporates a 75-metre-long approach bridge and a solar tree to generate electricity for use within the building.
PN Vasudevan's recent announcement of his resignation as managing director of Equitas Small Finance Bank highlights pressing concerns over a conflict of interest involving his daughter's NBFC. Following the news, the bank's shares experienced a drastic dip yet managed a partial recovery before settling lower. This comes on the heels of the bank's impressive Q2 net profit growth, showcasing its strong operational health.
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Janhvi Kapoor reveals why she is glad that her 'Peddi' portrayal become such a huge deal
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) A massive discussion took place around the portrayal of actress Janhvi Kapoors character in the movie 'Peddi'. During her recent appearance on 'Koffee With Karan' with Varun Dhawan, she opened up about the criticism for objectifying her character in the sports drama. Instead of dismissing the criticism or avoiding the discussion, Janhvi chose to have a different perspective. She spoke about how the talk surrounding her character might now lead to greater sensitivity towards actresses who express discomfort with certain aspects of their portrayal. Im glad it became such a big deal, my portrayal in 'Peddi', so maybe next time an actress says shes uncomfortable, they wont look at her like an alien, shared Janhvi. Speaking on the subject, Jahnvi revealed that she was a little hesitant to address the issue as many people had worked hard on the project. I really didnt know what to say or if there was anything really to even say because its important that I take ownership from my half ofwhatever that fiasco was because it weighs heavily on my conscience the sort of negative impact and a narrative like that can have on our society, specific to my gender, the 'Dhadak' actress penned. Janhvi admitted to carrying the shame over the potential impact of this on society. She added that she realises that she could have been a bit more vigilant. Could have I done more? Could I have been more vigilant? Could I have made a bigger scene? A hundred percent, yes. Was it problematic? Was it extreme objectification? Did it even propagate sexual assault narratively? Yes, she said. The 'Mili' actress said she had repeatedly questioned herself if she should have objected more firmly during the shoot of the drama. Again, I dont like saying this because it sounds like I am shifting blame but you know how its like, Yes, whatever the director says, you have to be professional, you have to listen to the director. So, I was really navigating how to make things less problematic as best I thought, as and when information was becoming available to me, she said.
Ex-minister Konda Surekha 'regrets' personal remarks against K.T. Rama Rao
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Oct 29 (IANS) Former minister and Congress MLA, Konda Surekha, has expressed regret for the personal remarks she had made against Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President, K.T. Rama Rao, two years ago. Surekha, who was sacked from the Telangana Cabinet last month over certain remarks made by her daughter against Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, took to X on Thursday to issue a clarification regarding personal remarks she had made about Rama Rao in 2024. She stated that those comments were made in the context of the political situation at the time while criticising the Opposition. She said the comments were not intentional. I should not have made those baseless remarks. I had absolutely no malicious intent to cause pain to KTR or his family members, nor did I intend to damage their reputation, she said. If my comments caused any hurt to him or his family, I express my regret and hereby withdraw those remarks, added Surekha. The minister had made the alleged defamatory statement on October 2, 2024 about K.T. Rama Rao also known as KTR, blaming him for the divorce between actors Naga Chaitanya and Samantha. Naga Chaitanyas father and popular actor Nagarjuna had filed a defamation case against the then minister, saying her remarks harmed the dignity and reputation of his family. In November 2025, Nagarjuna withdrew the defamation case after the minister expressed regret over her statement. The actor withdrew the case after Surekha took to X to clarify that the statement she made was not intended to hurt Nagarjuna or his family members. Though K.T. Rama Rao had issued a legal notice asking Surekha to retract her statement and apologise, she said she was standing by her comments about the BRS leader. Following this, K.T. Rama Rao had initiated defamation proceedings against the then minister. A city court in December last year had filed a Non-Bailable Warrant against Surekha. After reviewing preliminary evidence submitted by the complainant, the court had observed that there is prima facie material to proceed under Section 356 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and corresponding procedural provisions under the BNS Sections 222, read with 223.
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Union Health Minister JP Nadda reviews cleanliness initiatives under Special Campaign 6 at AIIMS
Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda visited the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, on Thursday to review cleanliness, sanitation and waste management initiatives undertaken by the institute under Special Campaign 6. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, during the visit, he also inspected the newly constructed Patient Waiting Lounge at the AIIMS Trauma Centre Extension Campus, developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Ghaziabad, under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative and proposed to be utilised as an Aashray Shelter for patients and their attendants. He also interacted with sanitation workers at the institute. The Union Health Minister was briefed on the initiatives undertaken by AIIMS under the Swachhata Abhiyan, with particular focus on cleanliness, sanitation, waste management and the upkeep of institutional premises. AIIMS, New Delhi, has adopted several best practices to strengthen sanitation and...
