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.
Delivering new aid to Ukraine to defend against Russia is increasingly difficult due to skepticism and dysfunction among House Republicans and divided opinions among Senate Republicans, potentially delaying the much-needed assistance.
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 Pentagon has announced that US aid to Ukraine will continue even if the government shuts down, as its budget for weapons and humanitarian aid has been ringfenced as part of a contingency plan to keep essential parts of Joe Biden's administration afloat.
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.
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.
U.S. President Joe Biden urges congressional Republicans to support a bill providing aid to Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of maintaining American support for the country in its defense against aggression and brutality from Russia.
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham voted for a short-term deal to keep the government open, but plans to push for a larger funding bill for Ukraine, border security, and disaster aid within the next 45 days.
Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) and Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) express support for Sen. Lindsey Graham's proposal for a Ukraine and border funding bill, emphasizing the need for bipartisan action.
Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley criticized Congress for not including Ukraine aid in their stopgap measure, calling for spending cuts and arguing that funding for Ukraine is necessary to prevent war and counter the influence of Russia and China.
The Senate's pro-Ukraine coalition is facing division and tricky politics within the Republican Party as they attempt to secure aid for Ukraine through a single funding bill that can last through the 2024 election, in order to avoid protracted battles and ensure a continued stream of military aid.
The US will be sending another aid package to Ukraine "soon" to show continued support for the country, according to White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, after the latest government funding bill did not include aid for Ukraine.
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 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.
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.
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.
The Biden administration and lawmakers are considering linking aid to Israel and funding for Ukraine as a strategy to secure funding for both, although the timing of such a move is uncertain.
Lawmakers are unsure if aid to Ukraine will be paired with aid to Israel, despite bipartisan support for both issues, as they are concerned about the potential impact of the House leadership battle on deploying resources quickly.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senators on both sides of the aisle are working on passing an aid package for Israel and Ukraine, but there are concerns that the package will face resistance in the House and that funding for Ukraine may slow down aid to Israel.
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.
