Senate Republicans Divided Over Graham Proposal to Fast-Track Ukraine's NATO Membership
- Senator Lindsey Graham proposes a Senate resolution in favor of admitting Ukraine to NATO but faces backlash from Republicans who argue it could provoke war with Russia.
- Senator Rand Paul and other Republicans warn that admitting Ukraine to NATO could lead to direct war with Russia and oppose Graham's proposal.
- House Republicans argue that expanding NATO and placing American troops in Ukraine is not in the interest of US citizens and risks World War III.
- Former Ambassador Grenell says NATO should not expand until existing members meet funding obligations while Biden says now is not the time for Ukraine's membership.
- Graham's hawkish stance on Ukraine puts him at odds with former President Trump's supporters who favor avoiding foreign interventions.