By Matt Underwood The prospect of a Trump presidency has ignited a sense of urgency within the Biden administration, leading to a last-minute scramble to provide substantial aid to Ukraine. There’s a palpable sense of frustration and fear among many that the incoming administration will not only curtail support for Ukraine but potentially even side with Russia.
The sentiment is that this is likely to be the last opportunity for the Biden administration to deliver a significant blow to Russia, as any support for Ukraine is likely to be withdrawn once Trump takes office. This urgency has prompted calls for a massive, all-out military aid package, including the removal of any restrictions on weapon usage, effectively giving Ukraine a green light to launch offensive strikes into Russia.
Some advocate for a more drastic move, urging the administration to “give them everything we’ve got and turn them loose.” This includes providing advanced weaponry, including potentially even nuclear weapons, in a desperate attempt to inflict maximum damage on Russia before Trump takes the helm.
The prevailing belief is that Trump’s perceived affinity for Putin and his potential desire to weaken NATO would make it impossible for Ukraine to secure such significant support in the future. This looming threat has spurred calls to utilize all available resources to cripple Russia before the end of the Biden administration, regardless of the potential consequences.
There’s a deep-seated distrust of Trump’s intentions towards Ukraine and a fear that he might even work against its interests to align himself with Russia. This anxiety fuels the calls for a last-minute, unrestrained transfer of weapons and resources to Ukraine, with the hope that it will deter Russia from further aggression and possibly even trigger a decisive blow against its leadership.
The prevailing sentiment is that this is the last opportunity for the Biden administration to act decisively and provide Ukraine with the means to fight back effectively against Russia. The fear is that Trump’s potential influence could drastically curtail any future support and leave Ukraine vulnerable to a Russian invasion.
In the minds of many, this is a final chance to stand by Ukraine and to ensure its survival, with the understanding that the coming years may bring a starkly different and potentially dangerous reality. The urgency and desperation are palpable, fueled by a distrust of Trump’s intentions and a fear that he will abandon Ukraine to the mercy of Russia.