US credibility is on the line in Ukraine funding debate

By CHRIS MEGERIAN
Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s pledge to restore American credibility around the globe is at risk during the congressional debate over support for Ukraine. Congress appears unable to reach a deal on funding despite Biden’s insistence that the United States should help defend against a Russian invasion for as long as it takes. Without a bipartisan agreement, Washington will run out of authorized military assistance that can be shipped to Kyiv. Analysts say that would be devastating not only to Ukraine but to Biden’s efforts to demonstrate American fortitude in the face of international aggression.