US Senate approves new aid for Ukraine after significant efforts from President Biden

Published: 24 April 2024 at 16:12

President Joe Biden and his team pushed for additional aid for Ukraine through public and private efforts, including meetings, phone calls, and briefings with House Speaker Mike Johnson. The administration emphasized the consequences of inaction, particularly highlighting the national security implications for the US and Europe if Russian President Vladimir Putin succeeds. The push for aid began six months ago with briefings to Johnson on Ukraine's battlefield situation, with key officials like Jake Sullivan and Shalanda Young involved in the discussions.

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