The Biden administration announced on Friday its largest drawdown yet in US military assistance to Ukraine, a $2.85 billion package of support that includes Bradley infantry fighting vehicles, artillery systems, armored personnel carriers, surface to air missiles, ammunition, and other items.
The Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, said the drawdown was to support Ukraine in defending its people, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. The drawdown is part of more than $3 billion in new military assistance to Ukraine.
However, there are concerns that Republicans wielding newfound power in Washington could stand in the way of future aid. Blinken said the administration would work with Congress to ensure the aid is delivered.
The drawdown comes as chaos brews in the House. Rep. Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., gave the formal notice on the floor that Rep. Hakeem Jeffries was selected by Democrats to be the minority leader, making him the first Black person to lead a political congressional caucus.
Meanwhile, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy was finally able to call his office his own after moving in on Tuesday, with a sign above the door.
The Biden administration’s drawdown of military assistance to Ukraine is a significant step in supporting the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. However, the looming presence of Republicans in Washington could complicate the delivery of future aid.
Key takeaways:
- Biden administration announced a $2.85 billion package of military assistance to Ukraine, including Bradley infantry fighting vehicles, artillery systems, armored personnel carriers, surface to air missiles, ammunition, and other items.
- The drawdown is part of more than $3 billion in new military assistance to Ukraine.
- The Biden administration will work with Congress to ensure the aid is delivered, despite the looming presence of Republicans in Washington.
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