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Mitch McConnell's Battle: Fighting Isolationism for Ukraine Aid

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Mitch McConnell takes on Tucker Carlson and Donald Trump to secure $95 billion foreign aid package with $60 billion for Ukraine. Read more about McConnell's stand for international aid!

After months of negotiations, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell successfully pushed for a $95 billion foreign aid package to be sent to President Biden for approval. Despite facing challenges from isolationist views, 79 senators supported the aid, with $60 billion designated for Ukraine. McConnell criticized Tucker Carlson and Donald Trump for delaying the passage of the Ukraine aid, highlighting his strong advocacy for international assistance, particularly for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. The aid package, including funds for vital allies, was signed into law by President Biden after facing GOP infighting.

In a rare display of bipartisanship, McConnell, along with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and President Biden, united to overcome hardline conservative opposition to the Ukraine aid. While they stood together on the aid issue, McConnell had to navigate internal party disagreements alone, emphasizing the importance of international support. During a news briefing, McConnell directly addressed Tucker Carlson's influence on the aid package, stressing the significance of providing resources to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.

Mitch McConnell's efforts secured over $60 billion in taxpayer dollars for Ukraine as part of the comprehensive $95 billion foreign aid package. The Kentucky Republican expressed optimism about the funding and its impact, emphasizing the role of the aid in supporting key allies and global stability. McConnell's stand for international aid showcased his dedication to bolstering countries in need and navigating political challenges to ensure crucial assistance reaches those who require it the most.

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Analysis | McConnell fights the isolationists (The Washington Post)

After months of haggling, 79 senators voted to send the $95 billion foreign aid package to the White House for President Biden's signature.

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Watch: Mitch McConnell blasts Tucker Carlson over Ukraine bill ... (CNN)

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Mitch McConnell blamed Donald Trump and Tucker Carlson for the delayed passage of Ukraine aid included in Tuesday's $95 billion foreign aid package.

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Mitch McConnell sees Ukraine aid as one the most important ... (NBC News)

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Mitch McConnell blasts Tucker Carlson on aid package, criticizes ... (Courier Journal)

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