In a move that has raised eyebrows, the current administration, led by President Joe Biden, has reportedly approved a further $1.25 billion in military assistance to Ukraine.
This comes despite the fact that Biden is currently on a taxpayer-funded vacation in St. Croix, and amidst a backdrop of economic hardship and rising inflation for American citizens.
As reported by Gateway Pundit, the Associated Press revealed that the U.S. is expected to announce the substantial aid package, which includes munitions for the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems and the HAWK air defense system, among other items. "The large package of aid includes a significant amount of munitions, including for the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems and the HAWK air defense system. It also will provide Stinger missiles and 155 mm- and 105 mm artillery rounds, officials said," the AP reported.
This is not the first time the Biden administration has shown such generosity towards Ukraine. In September, during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskys visit to Washington, an astounding $8 billion in military aid was announced. This, coupled with the latest aid package, has led to accusations that Biden is attempting to send as much money and military aid to Ukraine as possible before his term ends.
The Council on Foreign Relations has noted that since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, Congress has approved nearly $175 billion in aid and military assistance for Ukraine. "Since the war began, the U.S. Congress has voted through five bills that have provided Ukraine with ongoing aid, doing so most recently in April 2024. The total budget authority under these billsthe headline figure often cited by news mediais $175 billion," the Council reported.
This aid is reportedly benefiting a wide range of Ukrainian people and institutions, from refugees to law enforcement and independent radio broadcasters. However, the majority of the aid has been military-related. This has led to criticism from some quarters, particularly as Americans continue to grapple with economic challenges and a crisis at the southern border.
The media and the so-called Deep State have been quick to attack Trump's nominee for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, who is expected to put an end to what some are calling the 'Ukraine cash grab' and the seemingly endless war. The incoming Trump Administration, it seems, is set to take a different approach to foreign aid, one that prioritizes American interests and values.
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