Senator Tommy Tuberville expressed frustration with U.S. aid to Ukraine and claimed that the U.S. is responsible for getting Ukraine into its current predicament with the ongoing Russian invasion.
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.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasizes that US financial support to Ukraine is not only about aiding the country in its fight against Russia, but also about preventing Vladimir Putin's further global aggression.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will address the United Nations General Assembly and meet with President Biden and members of Congress to emphasize that supporting Ukraine is supporting democracy, stability, and peace, while also addressing concerns about the length and extent of the conflict with Russia.
Ukraine's special services are likely responsible for drone strikes on Wagner-backed forces in Sudan, raising concerns about the escalation of Russia-Ukraine conflict beyond the frontlines; Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell defends Ukraine's request for more aid ahead of Ukrainian President Zelensky's visit to the US Capitol; President Zelensky warns the UN General Assembly that Russia's invasion of Ukraine is not only about Ukraine but also about weaponizing food and energy and turning other countries' power plants into "dirty bombs"; Zelensky calls for global unity to defeat Russia's aggression and accuses Russia of kidnapping Ukrainian children and weaponizing the food supply; Russian President Putin is seeking support from North Korea and Iran while Ukraine continues to gain support from numerous countries.
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.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has pledged military, economic, and humanitarian support for Ukraine, including imposing sanctions on Russia and providing $650 million in military assistance over the next three years.
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.
Lawmakers in the upper chamber are preparing to vote on a measure to extend government funding past the deadline, but it may not allocate significant resources toward disaster relief or aid for Ukraine.
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.
Senate Republicans are divided over legislation to fund the government beyond Sept. 30 due to funding for Ukraine and the lack of language addressing the U.S.-Mexico border situation.
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.
Senator Lindsey Graham expects that Ukraine aid will not be separated from border funding, as Congress works to find a solution after a shutdown bill excluded Ukraine.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen emphasized that providing support to Ukraine and Israel are top priorities for the United States, despite political upheaval in Congress, and expects bipartisan support for these efforts.
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.
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 stated that the US can support both Israel and Ukraine in their military conflicts, emphasizing the country's strong economy and the need for congressional legislation to provide aid.
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.
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.
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell is urging his colleagues to swiftly pass legislation providing military aid to Israel and Ukraine and countering China’s influence in the Indo-Pacific, highlighting the need for decisive action in the face of growing threats from powerful adversaries.
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.
Mike Johnson, the new speaker of the US House of Representatives, expressed willingness to increase assistance to Ukraine under certain conditions, emphasizing the need for accountability and clear objectives from the White House.
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.
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.
