By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/division-over-ukraine-war-in-on-display-in-gop-debate Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Division over Ukraine war in on display in GOP debate Politics Nov 8, 2023 10:01 PM EDT The Republican Party’s internal division over Russia’s war in Ukraine is on display at the debate hosted by NBC News. Sen. Tim Scott said he’s supportive of helping Ukraine. “Every day we get closer to the degradation of the Russian military, and that’s good news.” However, he said there should be more transparency and accountability for how Ukraine has used American assistance. WATCH: U.S. support for Ukraine an increasingly divisive issue among Republicans Former Gov. Nikki Haley also said “we should give them the equipment, the ammunition to win.” She portrayed support for Ukraine as a way to deter aggression worldwide. Former Gov. Chris Christie drew a connection between Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the run up to World War II. “This is not a choice. This is the price we pay for being the leaders of the free world.” Vivek Ramaswamy suggested areas of Ukraine occupied by Russia should remain in Moscow’s hands. He said this is not “some kind of battle between good versus evil.” READ MORE: GOP candidates come up short on inflation solutions during Miami debate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis expressed skepticism about some of the funding that the U.S. has sent Ukraine. He added that “we need to bring this war to an end” to focus on border security instead. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now By — Associated Press Associated Press
The Republican Party’s internal division over Russia’s war in Ukraine is on display at the debate hosted by NBC News. Sen. Tim Scott said he’s supportive of helping Ukraine. “Every day we get closer to the degradation of the Russian military, and that’s good news.” However, he said there should be more transparency and accountability for how Ukraine has used American assistance. WATCH: U.S. support for Ukraine an increasingly divisive issue among Republicans Former Gov. Nikki Haley also said “we should give them the equipment, the ammunition to win.” She portrayed support for Ukraine as a way to deter aggression worldwide. Former Gov. Chris Christie drew a connection between Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the run up to World War II. “This is not a choice. This is the price we pay for being the leaders of the free world.” Vivek Ramaswamy suggested areas of Ukraine occupied by Russia should remain in Moscow’s hands. He said this is not “some kind of battle between good versus evil.” READ MORE: GOP candidates come up short on inflation solutions during Miami debate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis expressed skepticism about some of the funding that the U.S. has sent Ukraine. He added that “we need to bring this war to an end” to focus on border security instead. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now