Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is currently facing intense scrutiny from Congress regarding the ongoing Iran war and a proposed $1.5 trillion Pentagon budget. During back-to-back hearings, Hegseth is expected to address rising costs associated with the conflict and discuss strategic questions around U.S. military involvement in the region. The hearings come amid significant political tensions, with Democrats pledging to oppose the budget request. Live updates are being provided as Hegseth and Chairman Dan Caine testify, while President Trump is en route to a summit with Xi in China, setting a tense backdrop for the proceedings.