Biden seeks $33 billion package to support Ukraine through September
“We either back the Ukrainian people as they defend their country, or we stand by as the Russians continue their atrocities and aggression in Ukraine every day,” Biden said.
By Arghyadeep Dutta
Published - Apr 28, 2022, 07:50 PM ET
Last Updated - Feb 26, 2024, 06:44 AM EST
• Entire package is nearly a fifth of annual economic output of Ukraine in 2021
• Biden asked to amend several criminal laws, which will give ability to seize more money from Russian oligarchs
President Joe Biden has asked Congress to provide $33 billion to fund humanitarian and military aid to Ukraine through September of this year.
The massive package includes nearly $20.5 billion for weapons, ammunition and other military assistance, $8.5 billion in direct economic aid to the Ukrainian government and $3 billion in humanitarian aid.
