Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell urged lawmakers to continue supporting Ukraine and criticized President Biden for not being decisive enough in response to Russian aggression, emphasizing the importance of aiding Ukraine in weakening Russia without military conflict. McConnell's stance contrasts with some Republicans who have called for reducing aid to Ukraine. The Biden administration has requested roughly $40 billion in supplemental funding, with about half of it allocated for Ukraine. McConnell stated that lawmakers will have the opportunity to vote on this aid when considering a short-term spending deal.
President Joe Biden is highlighting his visit to Ukraine in a campaign ad, contrasting his support for the country against Republicans' pro-Putin stance.
President Biden aims to rally support for Ukraine and promote American investment in the developing world at the G20 summit in India, presenting new plans for a transit corridor connecting partner nations and unveiling World Bank reforms, challenging China's global trade expansion and providing a better option for emerging economies.
President Joe Biden will defend democracy and rally support for Ukraine at the United Nations General Assembly, while also facing domestic challenges such as funding fights with House Republicans and fallout from the indictment of his son, Hunter.
President Joe Biden urges the world to stand up against Russia's invasion of Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of supporting Ukraine's sovereignty and deterring aggression to secure the independence of all nations.
The United States has provided over $100 billion in aid to Ukraine in its efforts to resist Russia's invasion, but there is growing Republican skepticism about continuing to fund the war effort.
Republican lawmakers are opposing further aid to Ukraine, raising questions about the allocation of funds and the progress made against Russia, stating that it would be an "absurd abdication of congressional responsibility" to grant the White House's request without answers.
The Biden administration announced an aid package of up to $325 million for Ukraine to support its critical security and defense needs in its fight against Russia, coinciding with Ukrainian President Zelensky's visit to Washington, D.C.
Senators from both parties are debating whether to include new military aid for Ukraine in a stopgap spending bill to prevent a government shutdown, with some Republicans concerned about complicating Speaker Kevin McCarthy's attempts to resolve the spending logjam.
Republicans in Congress are divided over whether the United States should continue to provide aid to Ukraine, with some expressing skepticism and hostility towards supporting the besieged country, even though the aid has been crucial in fending off Russia's advance; the opposition to Ukraine aid among Republicans has been driven in part by right-wing figures such as Tucker Carlson and former President Donald Trump, who have spread false narratives and influenced the party's base to turn against the aid.
Growing Republican divisions over U.S. aid to Ukraine are posing a threat to Congress passing additional funding to help Ukraine defend itself against Russia, raising concerns of a government shutdown and highlighting a new isolationist streak within the party.
Congressional supporters of Ukraine are facing increasing challenges in securing additional security assistance for the war-torn nation as Republican resistance to aid grows and the exclusion of Ukraine funding from a government spending bill reflects a shift in US support and the Republican Party's move toward isolationism.
Top U.S. Senate leaders express bipartisan commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty, pledging to ensure sustained support in defense and economic matters, while Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin urges Congress to provide aid for Ukraine.
US President Joe Biden welcomed a deal to avert a government shutdown but urged Congress to quickly approve aid to Ukraine, which was excluded from the agreement.
Congressional supporters of Ukraine face an uphill battle as a bill to keep the government open excludes President Biden's request for increased security assistance, reflecting a shift in the unwavering US support for Ukraine and the growing isolationist stance of the Republican Party.
President Biden criticized Republicans for bringing the nation close to a government shutdown but commended the passage of a short-term funding bill to prevent it, while urging Congress to pass a separate bill providing more aid to Ukraine.
The battle over funding for Ukraine is intensifying in the House as lawmakers race to approve funding bills, with some Republicans declaring it an existential threat to global security and vowing to fight for Ukraine to be funded.
Lawmakers supporting U.S. aid to Ukraine are frustrated after a setback in Congress leaves President Biden facing challenges in securing more funds for Ukraine due to deep political divisions and demands for policy changes on the U.S.-Mexico border.
President Biden reassured world leaders during a call that the United States remains committed to supporting Ukraine as it defends itself against Russia, amid concerns over dwindling resources for aid.
President Joe Biden plans to deliver a "major" speech on funding for Ukraine, highlighting its importance for the United States and its allies, amid concerns about the U.S. being unable to deliver aid to Ukraine due to the political situation on Capitol Hill.
President Biden has expressed concern over the fate of his $24 billion request for Ukraine aid amid disarray in Congress, as the Pentagon warns that military aid in Ukraine is running out and urges lawmakers to approve more aid to prevent disruption in the flow of weapons to Ukraine.
US President Joe Biden expressed concerns that political turmoil in Washington could hinder US aid to Ukraine, urging Republicans to unite and support crucial assistance to Kyiv amidst the Russian invasion, as he announced plans for a major speech on the matter.
The Biden administration is working to maintain the flow of U.S. weapons to Ukraine despite the political turmoil in Congress, with President Biden planning to deliver a major speech on the importance of arming Ukraine and exploring alternative means of funding.
The future of U.S. military and economic aid to Ukraine is uncertain as some Republicans in Congress oppose sending more money, despite President Biden's commitment to support Ukraine in its resistance against Russia.
Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert believes that future House speakers should not support additional aid to Ukraine, as she and other conservatives are tired of spending money on it and want to prioritize other issues like border security.
The collapse of Ukraine aid in Congress is a setback for the Biden administration as a minority of Republican lawmakers, including allies of former President Trump, flex their power and jeopardize assistance, highlighting the challenges of bipartisan support in Washington.
US President Joe Biden intends to request a record-breaking aid package of up to $100 billion from Congress to support Ukraine, in an effort to overcome opposition from Republicans and secure funding before the US presidential elections next November.
In a White House speech, US President Joe Biden pledged unwavering support and additional military aid to Israel as it engages in military strikes against Gaza following an attack by Hamas, likening it to terrorism and ISIL, while not addressing Palestinian casualties or the root causes of the conflict.
Republicans in the House of Representatives, particularly the hard-right faction influenced by former President Donald Trump's isolationist approach, are increasingly opposed to funding Ukraine, complicating the search for a new House speaker and jeopardizing future aid packages, which could have deadly consequences for Ukraine in its conflict against Russia.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen assures that the US can support both Israel and Ukraine in their military conflicts, with President Biden planning to push for an emergency aid package for both countries.
Nine Republican senators are urging Senate leadership to separate US aid to Israel and Ukraine, arguing that combining the two could create political complications and jeopardize support for Israel, while the White House is expected to propose a $100 billion foreign funding request that includes aid for both countries.
President Joe Biden, in a rare Oval Office address, stressed the importance of aiding Israel and Ukraine, warning of the consequences if they are not supported and emphasizing the need to combat the rise of authoritarianism.
President Joe Biden delivers a rare prime-time speech advocating for aid to Israel and Ukraine, proposing a package that includes $60 billion for Ukraine and $40 billion for Israel, among other measures.
President Joe Biden appeals to the American people to continue funding Ukraine and Israel amid their war efforts in an Oval Office address.
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell is urging swift action on legislation to provide military aid to Israel and Ukraine, as well as counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific, amid growing threats to national security.
The Biden administration has requested Congress to approve a $106 billion emergency aid package for Israel, Ukraine, the southern U.S. border, and humanitarian needs, facing political hurdles but tying funds for Ukraine to Israel's defense system in an effort to gain support.
US President Joe Biden has requested over $100 billion in funding from Congress for Israel and Ukraine, emphasizing the need to combat Islamophobia and antisemitism while expressing support for Palestinians and the two-state solution.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has indicated his support for President Biden's proposal to combine aid packages for Ukraine and Israel into a single bill.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell voiced his support for President Joe Biden's proposal to provide $106 billion in aid to both Israel and Ukraine, viewing them as interconnected and highlighting the benefit of Ukraine defending itself against Russia.
Newly elected Speaker of the House Mike Johnson suggests that funding for Ukraine and Israel should be handled separately and expresses concerns over Ukraine funding, indicating that he may not support President Joe Biden's $106 billion aid package for both countries.
Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives believe that the funding requests for Ukraine and Israel should be considered separately, which could hinder President Biden's efforts to secure support for both allies.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has called for President Biden's $100 billion supplementary budget request to be split between aid for Ukraine and Israel, as concerns arise that Republicans may not support a Ukraine package.
The US House of Representatives will consider new military aid to Ukraine and Israel as separate measures, with House Republicans seeking greater accountability for aid to Ukraine while offering a slightly higher aid package for Israel than requested by the Biden administration.
House Republicans have shown renewed hope for approving additional aid to Ukraine, suggesting a separate vote for Ukraine funding and aid to Israel may be possible in the Republican-controlled House.
The bipartisan effort to aid Ukraine is facing challenges as House conservatives, led by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), seek to separate aid to Ukraine and Israel.
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