U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen criticized the House of Representatives, specifically calling on House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), for their inaction on approving the Senate's $95 billion additional aid to Ukraine. She described this delay as a significant advantage for Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iran, and other adversaries, especially as Ukrainian forces face shortages and are forced to ration ammunition and supplies in their defense against Russia's invasion. Yellen's comments were echoed by U.S. lawmakers including Senators Chris Coons and Mark Warner, and Representative Sherrill, who emphasized the urgency of delivering aid to support the wounded Ukrainian soldiers and counteract Russia's aggression. An amendment was also proposed to include vital assistance for Ukraine in the FY2025 budget, underlining the critical need for U.S. support in Ukraine's fight for democracy.
❖ Yellen warns Congress stalling Ukraine aid is ‘nothing short of a gift’ for Putin In remarks delivered Thursday before a meeting with German economy minister Robert Habeck, Yellen called on House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to pass the Senate’s $95 billion foreign aid…
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns Congress stalling Ukraine aid is "nothing short of a gift" for Putin https://t.co/u60zfqWlq9 https://t.co/jTPIjaFHAl
⚡️US Treasury Secretary: Congressional inaction on Ukraine aid is 'gift' to Putin. "As the House continues to stall, Russia is gaining ground and Ukraine is being forced to ration ammunition and supplies," U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said. https://t.co/LVz9gz2pMb
The Ukrainian people are fighting for their democracy and we cannot abandon them. Today, I offered an amendment to House Republicans' FY2025 budget to include vital assistance for Ukraine. This is not the time for America to go back on our word. https://t.co/gKMWBxncD7
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned House Republicans that further delays on additional military aid to Ukraine will be "nothing short of a gift to Putin, Iran and other adversaries." https://t.co/d3PGbSJUwa
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Thursday that Congress's inaction in approving new US aid to Ukraine is "nothing short of a gift" to Putin, Iran, and other adversaries as Ukrainian forces run short of ammunition to fight Russia's invasion. https://t.co/MkyILNeIsk
⚠️ YELLEN SAYS US CONGRESS INACTION ON UKRAINE AID IS "GIFT" TO PUTIN, IRAN Full Story → https://t.co/lU253nA0YN U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Thursday that Congress' inaction in approving new U.S. aid to Ukraine is "nothing short of a gift" to Russian… https://t.co/WC25XUh19J
THE VAULT: @SecYellen will bash House Republicans today over the chamber’s inaction on aid to Ukraine. @BrendanPedersen with a preview: https://t.co/O76ABstTa2
I have spoken with partners and allies from across the globe—including Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, leaders of NATO countries, and Serhiy, an injured Ukrainian soldier. Their message is clear. We have no time to waste. Congress must send aid to Ukraine before it's too late. https://t.co/7BXw8iPS6A
I’ve been warning for months that U.S. inaction on aid could embolden an increasingly aggressive Vladimir Putin. The House needs to deliver on our promise to Ukraine ASAP so they have the tools they need to defend against these brazen attacks. https://t.co/qmtkc6dbLU
Had a great meeting today with some of the brave Ukrainian soldiers wounded defending their homeland from Russia’s brutal invasion. Congress must show solidarity with their fight by sending the foreign aid supplemental to the president’s desk immediately. https://t.co/jZlVCsnrPQ