Bowling Green Today

U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) took to the Senate floor to voice his opposition to the foreign aid spending bill, emphasizing his concerns about the impact on America's fiscal solvency and national security. Dr. Paul highlighted the lack of transparency and debate surrounding the allocation of funds to Ukraine, stating, "I think sending money to Ukraine actually makes our national security more endangered."

During his remarks, Dr. Paul criticized the prioritization of foreign aid over addressing domestic issues, particularly the situation at the southern border. He questioned the decision to allocate billions of dollars to Ukraine while neglecting America's own needs, stating, "How many people believe that? In my state, it's close to zero."

The Senator raised alarm about the financial implications of the bill, pointing out that a significant portion of government spending is already borrowed. He emphasized the need to focus on tackling problems within the United States before committing substantial resources to foreign countries, stating, "There is no money to give to Ukraine... This money will be printed up or borrowed from China to send to Ukraine. It makes us weaker."

Dr. Paul also criticized what he referred to as a "Ukraine first policy," accusing both Democrat and Republican leadership of failing to prioritize American interests. He expressed concern about the lack of acknowledgment for the human cost of war, stating, "Lost in this reprehensible argument is any sense of grief over the 500,000 dead."

In conclusion, Dr. Paul called for the defeat of the bill, describing it as a proposal that puts "Ukraine first and America last." He urged for a shift towards policies that prioritize American citizens and address pressing domestic issues.