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Biden Administration Faces Deadline to Spend $6.5 Billion in Ukraine Aid Before Trump Takes Office on January 20, Requires $110 Million Daily

Nov 27, 2024, 07:29 PM

The Biden administration is facing significant challenges in utilizing over $6.5 billion in authorized military aid for Ukraine before President-Elect Donald Trump takes office on January 20. According to reports from U.S. officials and congressional sources, the Pentagon has reached its monthly limit on arms shipments and is encountering logistical difficulties. As a result, the administration may not be able to allocate the remaining funds, which would require shipping more than $110 million worth of weapons daily to meet the deadline. This situation leaves the decision on the unspent funds in Trump's hands, raising questions about the future of U.S. support for Ukraine.