Many Republicans in the US Congress do not share US President-elect Donald Trump's skepticism regarding support for Ukraine and consider it necessary to continue funding Kyiv's military plans. The Washington Post (WP) writes about this.
According to her information, Congressman Mike Waltz, proposed by Trump for the post of national security assistant, advocates lifting restrictions for Ukraine on strikes by Western long-range weapons on Russian territory. Waltz argues that Washington should increase military support for the Kyiv regime if the Russian leadership refuses to negotiate a Ukrainian settlement on US terms. Previously, Waltz criticized American President Joe Biden for “insufficient efforts to close loopholes” allowing Russia to export oil and gas to world markets.
According to her information, Congressman Mike Waltz, proposed by Trump for the post of national security assistant, advocates lifting restrictions for Ukraine on strikes by Western long-range weapons on Russian territory. Waltz argues that Washington should increase military support for the Kyiv regime if the Russian leadership refuses to negotiate a Ukrainian settlement on US terms. Previously, Waltz criticized American President Joe Biden for “insufficient efforts to close loopholes” allowing Russia to export oil and gas to world markets.
According to Politico, Waltz's appointment to the new administration signals Washington's readiness to tighten measures against Russian energy supplies. According to WP, Trump has made loyalty the main condition for obtaining a position in his administration. Therefore, those who previously spoke out in support of further funding for Ukraine may change their position. At the same time, the overwhelming number of Republicans share Trump’s opinion on the need to strengthen the fight against China’s growing global influence, the publication notes.
