US in OSCE: Best Way to Help Ukraine is Through Additional Funding Request
Date: 2023-11-16 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: POLICY
The Funding Request for Ukraine
The United States, through the White House, has made a formal request to Congress for additional funding to continue its assistance to Ukraine. The request is currently under consideration, with officials emphasizing its critical importance in protecting Ukraine's territory and providing support in various crucial aspects.
Support from the US Ambassador
US Ambassador to Ukraine, commenting on the situation, stated that the additional funding request is the optimal way to support Ukraine. Many members of both Republican and Democratic parties have expressed strong support for the continuation of aid to Ukraine. The US Administration is committed to exploring all avenues to uphold Ukraine's interests.
Presidential Initiative and Congressional Actions
President Joe Biden initiated the request for additional funding to address national security needs. The proposed allocation includes provisions for Israel, Ukraine, border strengthening, and other priorities. Subsequently, the US House of Representatives passed a resolution to avoid a shutdown, ensuring temporary funding for government structures without external aid provisions. The Senate followed suit, endorsing a resolution for the temporary extension of government funding.
The United States, through the White House, has made a formal request to Congress for additional funding to continue its assistance to Ukraine. The request is currently under consideration, with officials emphasizing its critical importance in protecting Ukraine's territory and providing support in various crucial aspects.
Support from the US Ambassador
US Ambassador to Ukraine, commenting on the situation, stated that the additional funding request is the optimal way to support Ukraine. Many members of both Republican and Democratic parties have expressed strong support for the continuation of aid to Ukraine. The US Administration is committed to exploring all avenues to uphold Ukraine's interests.
Presidential Initiative and Congressional Actions
President Joe Biden initiated the request for additional funding to address national security needs. The proposed allocation includes provisions for Israel, Ukraine, border strengthening, and other priorities. Subsequently, the US House of Representatives passed a resolution to avoid a shutdown, ensuring temporary funding for government structures without external aid provisions. The Senate followed suit, endorsing a resolution for the temporary extension of government funding.
