As the Kentucky Republican's exit from the top GOP Senate leadership post nears, McConnell is staying on message when it comes to his unyielding support for Ukraine, which is pressing into Russian territory in a surprise move that shifted the dynamic of the conflict.
Pushing back on fellow Republicans who have grown increasingly disenchanted with the amount the US is spending on aid to Ukraine, McConnell sought to put the investment into perspective during the summit.
" What we're spending on Ukraine is about point O 2% of our GDP to help these brave people defeat the Russians," he said.
For a stark contrast within the Kentucky delegation in Washington, one need only visit the X feed of Rep. Thomas Massie, who wrote that the "military Industrial complex" is demanding $50 billion above and beyond the US defense budget, going on to suggest the money should go to the southern border instead.
