Staff Reports
Joe Biden, in a desperate plea for aid, warned Congress on Wednesday about the potential consequences of not providing funding to Ukraine. However, Congress remained unimpressed and blocked bills containing billions in aid from moving forward. In his public address, Biden called on Congress to pass supplemental funding for Ukraine before the holiday recess, emphasizing the importance of American support in preventing Russian leader Vladimir Putin from carrying out his plans for conquest.
Biden Suggests We Could See 'American Troops Fighting Russian Troops' if He Doesn't Get His Way
No troops!! No money!!! #DefundUkraine #FJB https://t.co/swSdoo7OdB
— kevin waterbury (@WaterburyKevin) December 7, 2023
Biden expressed his disbelief that any American would be willing to abandon Ukraine and allow Putin to succeed. He urged Congress to consider the long-term implications of not providing aid, stating that if Russia takes Ukraine, they will likely continue their aggression. With a chilling outlook, Biden warned that this could eventually lead to American troops fighting against Russian troops if Putin were to attack a NATO ally.
Despite Biden’s impassioned pleas, Congress voted against the aid package. The Senate defeated the bill by a narrow margin of 49-51, falling short of the required sixty votes. Meanwhile, the House also rejected efforts to move the $111 billion package forward. The aid package included assistance for Ukraine and Israel, as well as some funding for border security.
Taking a swipe at Republicans, Biden accused them of jeopardizing national security by using Ukraine’s funding as leverage for their extreme partisan border policies. He called for Republicans to prioritize finding a solution at the border instead of playing politics. Biden stressed the importance of unity, urging for a united front in the face of global challenges.
In a final plea, Biden implored Congress to put aside their differences and fulfill their responsibilities as a leading nation. He criticized petty, partisan politics for hindering progress and called for a united effort in tackling crucial issues. However, whether Congress will heed his words and take action remains to be seen.
