Military Aid Money for Ukraine is Still on Hold
And Congress Returns Needing to Deal with 2020 Appropriations
Perhaps a CR will need to Deal with Both
So far the only “explanations” given for not releasing the $250 million Congress appropriated for military aid to Ukraine made no sense whatsoever (sounded like the excuse writer did know the process).
Rumors swirling around suggest political motivations that make less sense and are contrary to U.S. national interests.
The military aid must be
contracted
by the end of this month meaning time critical.
But, if the Executive Branch does not act in time, can the potential Continuing Resolution be used to protect the funds? Something like,
"The expiration of Fiscal Year 2019 notwithstanding, funds appropriated pursuant to the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative shall remain available until expended (obligated)."
Putin continues his war against Ukraine, people are dying on the front. Ukraine needs the assistance Congress has tried to give it. Something must be done.
