A group of House Republicans is calling for an immediate halt of US aid in Ukraine, arguing that such support for the country’s defense in the face of Russia’s invasion is “inadvertently contributing to civilian casualties.”
A non-binding resolution introduced Thursday would, if passed, express the sense of Congress that the US “must end its military and financial aid to Ukraine.” It further “urges all combatants to reach a peace agreement.”
The measure’s 11 backers include some of Congress’ most vocal and far-right supporters of former President Donald Trump, including Reps. Lauren Boebert of Colorado and Paul Gosar of Arizona. Although the group represents a minority opinion within Congress, and even within the GOP, its members could jeopardize future aid packages in the House, where any lawmaker can force a vote to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
The introduction of the measure comes as Moscow is launching a new offensive in eastern Ukraine, committing “at least three major Russian divisions,” according to a new assessment by researchers with the Institute for the Study of War.
A recent Gallup poll found that nearly two-thirds of Americans believe the US should continue to support Ukraine in its fight against Russia, even if that means prolonging the conflict. However, that support is weakest among Republicans, 41% of whom stated they support ending the conflict “quickly,” even if that means territorial gains for Russia.
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