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White House requests $87 billion from Congress for Iran war, farm subsidies and DC renovations
By Scripps News Group at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
The White House has made a request to Congress for supplemental funding to support the war against Iran and other initiatives.The request is for $87.6 billion. The Office of Management and Budget says the money would pay for "urgent needs related to Operation Epic Fury (OEF), in addition to other...
Key takeaway More than $700 million would be used to support the Department of Energy's "nuclear and other energy security requirements" as related to the operation.
Why this matters in The Waco
The White House's request for $87.6 billion in supplemental funding has implications for Waco 's agricultural community, as $10 billion is earmarked for temporary economic assistance for farmers. This could potentially benefit local farmers in McLennan County who have faced challenges in recent years. Additionally, the $1.1 billion allocated for farmers in Florida who have dealt with storm damage may set a precedent for future disaster relief efforts, which could impact Waco's own disaster response and recovery efforts. As the request makes its way through Congress, local lawmakers will likely be watching closely to see how the funding will be allocated and what benefits it may bring to the Waco area. The city's strong agricultural roots and history of community support for farmers make this a significant development for local stakeholders.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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