As Republicans and Democrats struggle to agree on funding for the government for fiscal 2026, both parties support continued financial aid to Ukraine amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
• Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed readiness to provide economic assistance to support negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.
• Thune praised President Trump for his efforts to promote peace in Ukraine during a meeting with European leaders, including Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.
• Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer supported Ukraine but criticized Trump, labeling Russian President Putin as an "authoritarian thug. "
• Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Congress has allocated over $128 billion to Ukraine, with significant military support.
• A government funding deadline is approaching on September 30, and only two of twelve appropriations bills have been passed. Republicans require Democratic cooperation to finalize these bills.
• Schumer warned of a potential government shutdown unless Republicans collaborate with Democrats without including Trump’s budget cuts.
• Congress may resort to a Continuing Resolution (CR) to maintain funding temporarily, marking the fourth time without an approved budget.
Without a bipartisan agreement, Congress faces a looming deadline to fund the government while also ensuring continued support for Ukraine.
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