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The cost of the Israel-Hamas war
Oct 7, 2024
Episode 1257

The cost of the Israel-Hamas war

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Today marks one year since Hamas' attack on Israel and the beginning of the Israel-Hamas war.

Since the start of the Israel-Hamas war a year ago, the U.S. has spent at record $17.9 billion on military aid to Israel — more than any other year since this aid started. This adds to the already heavy human toll of the conflict. We’ll discuss the mounting costs of war. Plus, Anthony Fauci’s new warning about a mosquito-borne illness. And, is the pumpkin spice tax real?

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The team

Marissa Cabrera Senior Producer
Courtney Bergsieker Associate Producer