Republicans Urge Fiscal Prudence on Ukraine Aid and Other Federal Spending

Republicans in Congress should justify continued spending to taxpayers before funding Ukraine, the Pentagon, etc.
Elon Musk's "What did you get done this week?" quote calls out unproductive workers.
Federal programs to address the opioid crisis have failed despite billions in funding.
Ukraine aid hasn't stopped Russia's occupation and has risked world war.
Federal agencies like HHS, DOJ are hostile to the people funding them.

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9/27/2023

Republicans Split Over Continued Ukraine Aid as Right-Wing Voices Amplify Doubts

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.

10/7/2023

GOP Infighting Leads to Collapse of Ukraine Aid Package Despite Bipartisan Support

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.