Bowling Green Today

U.S. Senator Rand Paul made a passionate speech on the Senate floor, expressing his opposition to the foreign aid spending bill. Dr. Paul emphasized the need to prioritize American interests over foreign aid, particularly focusing on the allocation of funds to Ukraine.

During his remarks, Dr. Paul criticized the bill for prioritizing Ukraine over America, stating, “This bill gives the finger to American taxpayers. This bill gives the finger to all of America. This bill is Ukraine first, America last.” He stressed the importance of taking care of American problems before addressing global issues, highlighting the unprecedented amount of money being allocated to Ukraine.

While expressing his support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia, Dr. Paul reiterated his primary responsibility to the United States. He emphasized the financial implications of the bill, pointing out that the country does not have surplus funds to allocate such a significant amount of money overseas. Dr. Paul stated, “There is no money. There’s no rainy-day fund. There’s no surplus, and there’s no reason on God’s green earth we should be borrowing money to send it to Ukraine.”

Additionally, Dr. Paul criticized the notion that only elite foreign policy experts could understand the bill, asserting that the American people are equally capable of making informed decisions. He predicted that the issue would continue to be contentious, mentioning his belief that the House of Representatives would not take up the bill.

In conclusion, Dr. Paul reaffirmed his stance against the bill, emphasizing his commitment to putting America first. He highlighted the need for border reform that addresses the emergency situation at hand. Dr. Paul concluded, “I will be a no and continue to be a no on this bill because I think it puts Ukraine first and America last.”

The Senator's remarks have sparked discussions on the prioritization of foreign aid and the allocation of resources in times of crisis. His outspoken opposition to the foreign aid spending bill underscores the ongoing debate within the U.S. Senate regarding America's role in providing aid to other nations.