US President Joe Biden Signs Legislation Authorizing Military Aid for Ukraine
On Wednesday, April 24, United States President Joe Biden signed legislation authorizing military aid for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.
Key Points:
- Biden emphasized that the security package will enhance America’s safety and global security while maintaining American leadership.
- The US Senate approved $95 billion in aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan after months of delay.
- Washington will begin sending military aid to Ukraine shortly after the bill was signed into law.
Biden expressed the urgency of the situation, stating, “I just signed into law the national security package that was passed by the House of Representatives this weekend, and by the Senate yesterday.”
He further mentioned, “It’s going to make America safer, it’s going to make the world safer and it continues American leadership in the world and everyone knows it.”
The legislation aims to provide vital support to America’s partners to defend themselves against threats to their sovereignty and the well-being of their citizens.
