The White House has requested $44 billion in emergency funding from Congress to cover costs related to the war in Ukraine, natural disasters, and operations at the southern U.S. border.
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.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced a new aid package for Ukraine worth over $1 billion, including $175 million for weapons, bringing U.S. security assistance to more than $43.2 billion since the start of Russia's invasion.
Reports of corruption and mismanagement of funds in Ukraine could potentially harm Western support for the country's war effort, despite the Biden administration's announcement of a new round of assistance worth up to $1 billion.
The US plans to send $5.4 million in seized Russian oligarch assets to Ukraine, sparking outrage from the Kremlin and potential legal action.
The Republican Party is facing internal tensions over the U.S. assistance to Ukraine, with a growing number of conservatives questioning the continued funding of the war and urging President Biden to justify the need for it.
The Biden administration has spent over $100 billion on the war in Ukraine, according to documents obtained by Fox News Digital.
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 Zelenskyy seeks additional funding for the war with Russia during his visit to Washington, while Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell makes a case for continued aid to Ukraine.
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.
Congress will provide additional funding for Ukraine to combat the Russian invasion, despite pushback from some GOP members, and is considering legislating the provision of F-16 fighter jets and long-range missiles that the Biden administration has withheld.
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.
Speaker Kevin McCarthy will keep $300 million of Ukraine aid in the Pentagon funding bill, reversing his earlier decision to strip the money out due to opposition from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.
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.
House Republicans, led by Speaker Kevin McCarthy, are attempting to remove $300 million in Ukraine aid from a Pentagon spending bill in order to gain support for the bill and pass a separate Ukraine aid bill with bipartisan backing, despite the bipartisan votes in favor of assisting Ukraine.
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.
The House approved $300 million in aid to Ukraine in a separate vote after earlier attempts to strip the funding from a defense bill.
Ukrainian President Zelensky warns that Russia is relying on eroding U.S. support to win its war against Ukraine, as funding for Ukraine becomes a contentious issue among House Republicans.
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.
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.
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 Pentagon requested additional funding for Ukraine to replenish US military stockpiles, but Republican lawmakers recently blocked it.
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.
Russia is planning to increase its defense spending by 30%, suggesting that it is preparing for the war in Ukraine to continue for years and hoping that Western support for Ukraine will decrease.
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 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.
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.
The US has serious fiscal deficits and debt, but spending on Ukraine is not a significant factor contributing to these problems, and debates about Ukraine spending should focus on its impact on the national interest rather than fiscal concerns.
Ukraine is seeking to restructure its $20 billion international debt and raise fresh financing, as concerns over international backing and ongoing conflict bring momentum into debt talks, according to sources familiar with the matter. The country aims to tap into the markets early and obtain credit backing from Western partners and multilateral organizations, potentially through collateralized and guaranteed structures.
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.
The White House is preparing a supplemental funding request for Congress that includes money for Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan, and U.S. border security, aiming to address the strain on Defense Department's stockpiles by asking for money to build more weapons.
PACE declares Russia a dictatorship and calls for recognition of Putin's rule as illegitimate after 2024; UK explores using frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's defense; Germany provides $80 million grant to protect Ukraine's critical infrastructure; Switzerland contributes one-fifth of $530 million demining aid donation; Ukrainian resistance blows up train carrying Russian ammunition and fuel in occupied Melitopol; Marine drone strikes Russian ships near Crimea.
The Biden administration plans to push for a new weapons package for Israel and Ukraine in Congress, with the amount being significantly higher than $2 billion, in order to aid their defense efforts against threats from Hamas and Russia respectively.
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.
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.
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy argues that the United States should not provide further military aid to Israel and Ukraine due to the country's debt, lack of clear objectives, and potential for escalating conflicts.
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.
