Supplemental Security Funding Statement

Washington, D.C.- Congresswoman Bice issued the following statement after voting to support supplemental security funding:

“Russia, Iran, and China are seeking to form a new axis of evil, threatening the safety and security of the free world. The national security supplemental provides resources needed to counter the threats we face in each theater. Israel is facing an unprecedented threat from Iran, who just last weekend undertook its first direct strike on our greatest ally in the Middle East. China is watching how we respond with their eyes turned towards Taiwan. When it comes to Ukraine, I sought to add an amendment which would have eliminated non-lethal aid, totaling $10.38 billion, from the bill. While this amendment was not adopted, I believe that the only surefire way to prevent American boots on the ground is to provide Ukraine with the lethal aid they need to counter Putin’s aggression. I will closely monitor this aid and ensure that the Inspector General overseeing Ukraine aid allocates these dollars in an effective way. While America faces numerous domestic challenges, we cannot afford to stand on the sidelines when we are faced with a new Churchill or Chamberlain moment.”