Biden Plans to Seek $25 Billion From Congress, Including Ukraine Aid
- Includes $13 billion for defense, $12 billion in disaster aid
- Some Republicans have balked at more money for Kyiv war effort
US President Joe Biden
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President Joe Biden intends to submit a supplemental funding request of at least $25 billion to Congress, according to a person familiar with the plans, setting up a possible showdown with Republicans less willing to provide further financial support for the war in Ukraine.
The supplemental request will include approximately $12 billion for disaster relief and $13 billion for defense funds, including assistance for Ukraine, according to the person familiar. The emergency funds would not be subject to budget caps.