The War In Afghanistan Cost America $300 Million Per Day For 20 Years | Forbes (Forbes)

In the 20 years since September 11, 2001, the United States has spent more than $2 trillion on the war in Afghanistan. That’s $300 million dollars per day, every day, for two decades. In baser terms, Uncle Sam has spent more keeping the Taliban at bay than the net worths of Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Bill Gates and the 30 richest billionaires in America, combined.

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The War In Afghanistan Cost America $300 Million Per Day For 20 Years | Forbes