Larson Statement on President Zelenskyy's Visit to the Capitol

Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s address in front of Congress: 

“President Zelenskyy’s bravery and steadfast leadership, as well as the inspiring resolve of the Ukrainian people have been remarkable during Russia’s unjust and heinous war,” said Larson. “We heard firsthand from him that American aid has made a difference in the Ukrainian people’s fight against Putin’s unprovoked aggression. We must do everything we can to help the Ukrainian people, which is why I am proud to again support more assistance for Ukraine in the year-end funding package. This $45 billion dollar economic and military aid package will support the Ukrainian people and help defend global democracy in the face of Putin’s invasion. I will vote for this bipartisan funding package because it is not only in Ukraine’s, but in America’s best interest to fight for freedom and democracy against authoritarianism. 

“I commend President Biden for his leadership, uniting America and our allies across the globe in support of Ukraine. Today’s announcement that the U.S. will provide Ukraine with a Patriot missile battery, our most advanced air defense system which will help them defend themselves against Russian attacks on critical infrastructure, is another example of that leadership,” Larson continued. 

A summary of the Ukraine aid package before Congress can be found here.