White House Asks Congress for Nearly $12 Billion More for Ukraine Aid
President Joe Biden’s administration has asked Congress for nearly $12 billion in additional funding for Ukraine, on top of tens of billions the United States has already committed.
The administration wants $11.7 billion for “security and economic assistance” to be delivered in the first quarter of fiscal year 2023, which starts on Oct. 1, 2022.
“President Biden has been clear that the United States is committed to continuing to support the people of Ukraine as they defend their sovereignty,” White House Office of Management and Budget Director Shalanda Young said in a statement on Sept. 2.
Russia, on orders from President Vladimir Putin, invaded Ukraine in February….