By now, everyone should have learned that Trump is Putin's lapdog...
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AI Overview
US congressional Democrats are preparing a $15 billion security and military assistance package for Ukraineafter winning control of both the House and Senate in the midterm elections. [1, 2, 3]
Key parts of their plan include:
- New Security Assistance: Putting together a $15 billion aid package for Kyiv. [1, 2]
- National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): Using the annual NDAA as the primary legislative vehicle to push through immediate military and security support before the current congressional term ends. [1, 2, 3]
- Energy Infrastructure Support: Prioritizing critical energy assistance to help Ukraine protect and maintain its power grid and infrastructure ahead of winter. [1, 2, 3]
- Air Defense & Intelligence: Continuing the supply of air defense interceptor missiles, intelligence-sharing arrangements, and backing for Ukraine's access to Starlink satellite communications. [1]
- Russia Sanctions: Pursuing and amending strict sanctions legislation targeting Russia’s defense and energy sectors, including updates to existing Russia sanctions frameworks. [1, 2, 3]
- Congressional Investigations: Launching sweeping congressional investigations in January into the administration's handling of the war, intelligence-sharing interruptions, and Elon Musk's restrictions on Ukraine's Starlink and Starshield satellite access
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