Betrayal on the Hill as 22 Republicans Join Forces to Approve $95 Billion Foreign Aid Bill
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America Last While Ukraine First
Betrayal on the Hill: 22 Republicans Join Forces to Approve $95 Billion Foreign Aid Bill
22 Republicans sell out voters, help Dems pass $95 billion foreign aid bill
In a stunning turn of events, 22 Republican Senators abandoned their voter base to collaborate with Democrats, greenlighting a massive $95 billion foreign aid package. The move has left many questioning whether America is taking a backseat while foreign interests are prioritized.
Under the cover of darkness, a bipartisan coalition emerged in the Senate, passing a controversial $95 billion supplemental foreign aid bill that allocates substantial funds to countries like Ukraine, Israel, Gaza, and Taiwan. The betrayal unfolds as the dire situation on the southern border remains unaddressed, emphasizing the ‘America Last’ sentiment prevalent in this political maneuver.
The breakdown of the funding reveals a staggering $60 billion for Ukraine, $14 billion for Israel, $9 billion for Gaza, and $5 billion for Taiwan. Public sentiment, however, tells a different story. A Gallup poll from late last year indicates that only 25% of American voters feel insufficient aid has been provided, with the majority either satisfied or believing that too much has already been given.
Senator J.D. Vance, in his opposition, highlighted a concerning aspect of the bill – an “impeachment time bomb.” By obligating funding to Ukraine until September 2025, the bill sets the stage for potential political exploitation, echoing the tactics used in the 2019 impeachment of Donald Trump.
The Debt Dilemma: Compounding the issue is the bill’s lack of attempts to offset the spending, contributing to the ballooning $34 trillion national debt. The Congressional Budget Office forecasts an additional $1.6 trillion debt in 2024, adding strain to the already fragile economic landscape.
While there is a glimmer of hope in the form of Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson rejecting the bill, citing its failure to address the pressing issues at the nation’s border, the fallout is anticipated. Critics, including Democrats and the media, are likely to spin the rejection as a ‘MAGA’ House Republicans’ move, placing blame squarely on the shoulders of key Republicans such as Mitt Romney and Mitch McConnell.
Senator Rand Paul encapsulated the prevailing sentiment with a sharp critique, declaring, “This bill gives the finger to American taxpayers. This bill gives the finger to all of America — this bill is Ukraine first, America last.” As the political fallout unfolds, the betrayal by the 22 Republicans who voted in favor raises questions about the priorities of elected officials and their commitment to the American people.
[Source: Fox News]
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