US spent $5.6 billion in munitions in first TWO DAYS of Iran war — $50B+ congressional request expected

The Trump administration provided a cost estimate to congressional committees: the US used $5.6 billion in munitions during the first two days of strikes against Iran on February 28 and March 1. The figure — $2.8 billion per day — reflects the extraordinary scale of the Day 1 strike package, which targeted Iran's nuclear sites, air defense systems, and IRGC command infrastructure simultaneously. Members of Congress have expressed concern that the conflict will deplete US military stocks 'at a time when the defense industry is already struggling to keep up with demand' — a reference to ongoing US weapons support to Ukraine and Taiwan deterrence. Several congressional aides said they expect the White House to soon submit a request for additional war funding. 'Some officials have said the request could be for $50 billion, but others have said that estimate seems low.' Trump met executives from seven defense contractors on Friday to work on replenishing supplies — companies such as Raytheon (Tomahawk producer), Lockheed Martin, and Boeing. The $5.6B two-day figure does not include ongoing daily strike costs (now Day 11), ship operations, personnel costs, or allied support. Total US war costs through Day 11 are likely in the $25-35B range based on daily strike estimates.