The Cost of Conflict_ What $12 Billion Could Do for America

Michael Fortune

29 March 2026

Let's dive straight into some eye-opening figures surrounding the recent military expenditure of the U.S. government. In just the first two weeks of the conflict with Iran, the U.S. has spent a jaw-dropping $12 billion. To put that into perspective, this amount could provide yearly child care for approximately 900,000 children. Imagine for a moment, the impact that would have on families struggling to make ends meet with child care costs averaging over $13,000 annually.Not only that, but that $12 billion could also cover the annual salaries of about 166,000 teachers. With the average public school teacher earning around $72,030, investing in education could mean hiring thousands of much-needed staff who could help improve our daily learning environments. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.