The push toward passage came as Russia continued blasting Ukrainian forces and cities in southern and eastern portions of the country.
WASHINGTON — Leaders from both parties tried clearing the way for Senate passage Thursday of an additional $40 billion for Ukraine and its allies, a package of military and economic aid that underscores U.S. determination to reinforce its role in countering the Russian invasion.
Passage by a strong bipartisan margin seemed certain soon. If the bill is not amended, that vote would mean final congressional approval for a measure that Democrats and most Republicans want to speed to President Joe Biden so weapons and supplies can continue flowing to the outnumbered Ukrainians. It was unclear how GOP lawmakers' desire for votes would be addressed, but such problems are often resolved at the last moment. Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., who is pressing for the inspector general role, told reporters, “I’m not allowing a speedy passage of the bill without having something fiscally responsible in the bill.”
Biden administration officials have said they expect the latest aid measure to suffice through September. But with Ukraine taking heavy military and civilian losses and no sign of when the fighting might end, Congress will ultimately faceat a time of huge U.S. budget deficits and a risk of recession that could demand added spending at home.
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