Senator Joni Ernst on Arming Ukraine and the Government Shutdown

Tomahawk Missiles for Ukraine

• 🇺🇦 Senator Joni Ernst believes Tomahawk missiles would be a "game changer" for Ukraine in the ongoing war.
• 💡 She argues that controlled usage of these missiles could provide Ukraine with a decisive edge to win the war.
• 🛡️ While acknowledging concerns about U.S. stockpiles, Ernst suggests that Russia would likely back down if these weapons were provided.

Economic Impact of Government Shutdown

• 💰 Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant estimates the government shutdown is costing the economy $15 billion per week.
• 💸 Senator Ernst believes the overall impact is much higher, highlighting that the government is paying $400 million daily for non-essential employees who are not working.
• 📉 The cost of missed workdays for federal employees could reach $5.2 billion, potentially wiping out gains from previous rescission packages.

Blame for the Government Shutdown

• 🏛️ Senator Ernst asserts that the Democrats and Senator Schumer are responsible for the government shutdown.
• 🗳️ She points out that Democrats have voted against reopening the government multiple times, including against a Department of Defense spending bill.
• 🗣️ Ernst believes the public will hold Democrats accountable if they pay attention to the voting records and legislative actions.

Future of the War and Leadership

• 🤝 Senator Ernst expresses hope that President Biden's meeting with President Zelenskyy will bring an end in sight for the war.
• 🇺🇸 She controversially states that the war started under President Biden and will end under President Trump.