Biden Calls for $100 Billion in Aid to Defend Democracies Abroad

Biden used Oval Office address to advocate for aiding Israel and Ukraine, framing it as part of defending democracy against authoritarian regimes.

He called for urgent budget request of $100 billion, including unprecedented aid for Israel's security.

Biden mourned lost Palestinian lives but said Israel not responsible for Gaza hospital explosion.

He denounced antisemitism and Islamophobia, saying all are American.

Biden framed the conflicts as part of a global battle between democracies and autocracies.