Dems: Cost of War higher than reported
The US wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are costing nearly double the amount previously thought, according to a report by Democrats in the US Congress.
They say "hidden costs" have pushed the total to about $1.5 trillion - nearly twice the requested $804bn.
Higher oil prices, treating wounded veterans, and the cost to the economy of pulling reservists away from their jobs have been taken into account.
The White House has called the report politically motivated.
They say "hidden costs" have pushed the total to about $1.5 trillion - nearly twice the requested $804bn.
Higher oil prices, treating wounded veterans, and the cost to the economy of pulling reservists away from their jobs have been taken into account.
The White House has called the report politically motivated.
Labels: axle of evil, bush administration, Iraq
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