The White House is requesting additional funding of $105 billion to provide increased assistance to both Israel and Ukraine
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If granted, Ukraine would receive $61.4 billion in aid, while Israel would receive $14.3 billion. However, the request is expected to encounter challenges in the House due to the absence of a speaker.
On Friday, the White House made a formal request to Congress for over $105 billion in aid, which is earmarked for Ukraine, Israel, and various national security priorities. This request came in the wake of President Joe Biden's recent address from the Oval Office, in which he pledged increased funding for America's national security requirements and solidarity with essential allies.
If granted, Ukraine would receive $61.4 billion in assistance, while Israel would be allocated $14.3 billion. Furthermore, the White House is seeking $9.15 billion in humanitarian aid, which would be distributed to Ukraine, Israel, Gaza, and other areas with pressing needs.
Additionally, the proposal encompasses financial support for U.S. border operations, the establishment of shelters and services for migrants, as well as initiatives aimed at countering the opioid crisis related to fentanyl.
"It’s a smart investment that’s going to pay dividends for American security for generations, help us keep American troops out of harm’s way, help us build a world that is safer, more peaceful, and more prosperous for our children and grandchildren," Biden said in Thursday's address.
“Without additional replenishment funding, DOD will be unable to continue to backfill the Military Services for equipment provided via drawdown to Ukraine and Israel, thereby degrading U.S. readiness,” the White House said.
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Memorial to the fallen Moldovan soldiers of the Transnistrian War in Chisinau. Photo: Alexander Moisseenko
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