Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is ramping up pressure on House Speaker Mike Johnson to advance a crucial national security package aimed at bolstering support for Ukraine. McConnell’s call to action comes amidst escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with fears of further aggression prompting urgent calls for assistance.
In a stern warning issued today, McConnell emphasized that withholding essential military aid from Ukraine has only served to embolden Russian President Vladimir Putin. McConnell urged the House to swiftly take up the Senate-passed bill, which includes $60 billion in aid for Ukraine, as well as provisions to support Israel and Taiwan.
The proposed legislation, which has garnered bipartisan support in the Senate, aims to provide critical resources to Ukraine in its ongoing struggle against Russian aggression. With the situation in Eastern Europe becoming increasingly precarious, McConnell stressed the urgency of passing the aid package to demonstrate unwavering support for Ukraine and deter further Russian aggression.
However, House Speaker Mike Johnson has been hesitant to bring the bill to the floor for a vote, reportedly exploring alternative measures such as providing aid in the form of loans or through a lend-lease program. McConnell’s public call for action underscores the growing frustration among lawmakers who believe that immediate and decisive action is necessary to address the escalating crisis in the region.
As tensions continue to escalate between Russia and Ukraine, the fate of the aid package remains uncertain. With McConnell’s urging, all eyes are now on Speaker Johnson and the House of Representatives to take decisive action in support of Ukraine’s security and sovereignty.
