Birdwatch Note Rating
2023-05-08 19:45:12 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: 2EBBEBEAB999C570D6CC48A76834151C797310C1F154BAC4520F125D6FCB1168
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Original Note:
Much of the Ukraine aid is in the form of already-existing military kit the US isn't using-in other words, not $ that could be used otherwise. https://www.state.gov/use-of-presidential-drawdown-authority-for-military-assistance-for-ukraine/#:~:text=It%20allows%20for%20the%20speedy,to%20respond%20to%20unforeseen%20emergencies. Bills have to pass the House AND Senate before Biden signs: https://www.house.gov/the-house-explained/the-legislative-process No withdrawal freeze has been considered (and no evidence of such) https://www.politico.com/news/2023/03/13/biden-silicon-valley-bank-00086745
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