The Iran War Balance Sheet — Administration response

Reporting and findings

1. documented

   The White House described the operation as necessary to eliminate an imminent nuclear threat and degrade missile, naval, and proxy capabilities. Independent cost models differ from the later funding request and should not be added to it.

   • The White House: Peace Through Strength: President Trump Launches Operation Epic FuryPresidential authorization, stated objectives, and administration necessity claim
   • Center for Strategic and International Studies: The War May Be Ending. What Did Epic Fury Cost?Modeled approximately $40 billion total with $4-$9.4 billion base-repair range and continuing-cost caveats