US House approves $95 billion Iran war budget, sends Trump-backed plan to Senate

US-Iran war continues (ANI image)The US House of Representatives has narrowly approved a $95 billion budget blueprint to fund the war with Iran and advance President Donald Trump's election-related priorities, overcoming resistance within Republican ranks.The measure passed by a 216-214 vote and now heads to the Senate, where its prospects remain uncertain.The proposal would pave the way for a filibuster-proof reconciliation bill, allowing Republicans to bypass Democratic opposition. It includes up to $73 billion in additional military funding, $12 billion for farmers, and $10 billion to implement stricter voting rules sought by Trump.Despite concerns over the cost, scope and political fallout of funding an unpopular war ahead of the midterm elections, all but two House Republicans backed