US President Joe Biden’s address to the nation from the White House captured the public’s attention. During the highly solemn event, Biden argued for sending billions of dollars in additional aid to Israel and Ukraine, alluding to perceived threats from Hamas and Russian President Vladimir Putin .
In his speech, Biden emphasized that Hamas and Putin represent different threats, but share a desire to wipe out a neighboring democracy. This declaration marks a desire to support these two countries at war and to strengthen the security of the United States “for generations”.
By linking Israel’s defense to that of Ukraine, Biden seeks to find consensus in Congress to fund additional military assistance to kyiv. This approach also aims to contrast with a Republican Party divided by elected officials devoted to Donald Trump and to show that Democrats are ready to act to protect American interests.
The White House plans to request a colossal envelope of 100 billion dollars from Congress to support Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan and deal with the migration crisis on the Mexican border. This request underlines the importance that the American administration attaches to these countries and these issues.
It is important to emphasize that this address to the nation takes place in a delicate political context, with Republicans divided on aid to Ukraine, but unanimous on support for Israel and a firm stance against China. Joe Biden must therefore face political challenges and American public opinion which may be tired of the prolongation of the conflict in Ukraine.
Joe Biden is aware of the urgency of this situation, because in the event of a budgetary blockage in Congress, the United States could face financial paralysis as early as November 17. It is therefore essential for Biden to obtain the necessary support within Congress to finance this additional aid.
Ultimately, this address to the nation from Joe Biden highlights the geopolitical and security challenges the United States faces with Israel, Ukraine and other countries. It also underlines the American president’s desire to take concrete measures to support these countries and protect American interests. The challenge now remains to convince Congress to approve this additional aid and to find a balance between the different political positions present.