Last-minute push: White House prepares huge military package before power shift
White House officials work on final $9-billion military support package for Ukraine as administration change approaches. Current team wants to secure aid before next years leadership transition
The Biden team rushes to send military support to Ukraine with a massive last-minute aid package (as administration officials work behind-the-scenes to finalize details before next years transition)
In a time-sensitive move‚ the White House plans to use $9-billion in remaining funds for Ukraine: this includes $4.3-billion from Aprilʼs approval $2.8-billion from past measures and $2-billion for new weapons purchases
The planned support includes:
* Anti-tank weapons from Lockheed Martin and RTX
* Ground vehicles for territory defense
* 155mm artillery systems
* GMLRS rockets for HIMARS systems
Donald Trumpʼs previous statements show different views on the conflict - he stated last year that he could fix everything in just one day. Meanwhile Mitch McConnell dont share his thoughts on future aid when asked about it
The House (which Republicans control since early last year) approved previous aid package with more support from democrats than republicans. J.D. Vance‚ the vice president-elect thinks government should focus on local needs instead
The administration plans to put Ukraine in the strongest position possible
Current officials work fast to complete transfers before January‚ but analysts say future support isnt certain with new leadership coming - especially after Ukraineʼs recent field results
