The U.S. Senate approved nearly $40 billion in aid for Ukraine on Thursday, - ReutersThe Senate voted 86-11 in favor of the package of military, economic and humanitarian assistance, by far the largest U.S. aid package for Ukraine to date. All 11 no votes were from Republicans.
When Biden signs the supplemental spending bill into law, it will bring
the total amount of U.S. aid approved for Ukraine to well over $50 billion since the Russian invasion began on Feb. 24.
"By passing this emergency aid, the
Senate can now say to the Ukrainian people: help is on the way. Real help. Significant help. Help that could make sure that the Ukrainians are victorious," Democratic Senate Majority Leader Schumer said.
Incredible? We think so. Can’t thank our U.S. allies enough!
