Biden seeks $24B from Congress for Ukraine, split between U.S. arsenals and direct Ukraine aid.

President Joe Biden has requested $24 billion in additional funding from Congress for Ukraine, with $16 billion aimed at replenishing U.S. arsenals and $8 billion for the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, which supplies arms through U.S. defense contracts. The request was submitted on November 25, ahead of a potential December vote. Some Republican lawmakers have criticized the move, arguing it undermines peace negotiations.

November 26, 2024
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