Trump's Cabinet Shake-Up Looms as Pete Hegseth's Approval Tanks

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News (2 / 1) 10.08.2026 23:01 / Julia

Clashes Over Munitions

Reports say President Trump confronted Hegseth at Camp David about not being fully briefed on munitions shortages tied to the Iran campaign. Sources say more than 1,500 Patriot interceptors have been used and U.S. inventory is under 1,700. Officials caution that rebuilding stocks could take years and each interceptor can cost roughly $4 to $14 million.

Strategic Worries and Iran's Options

Senior officials say the prolonged campaign has strained U.S. firepower and could leave gaps elsewhere. There are concerns Iran could exploit dwindling interceptors while deploying large numbers of lower-cost Shahed drones, reportedly about $35,000 each and quicker to produce. One defense source said logisticians are deeply worried about diminishing air-defense missile stocks.