# As old allies leave US Congress, Ukraine must find new champions

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/as-old-allies-leave-us-congress-ukraine-must-find-new-champions/
- Published: 2026-11-10T17:51:58+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-11T09:08:38+00:00
- Original publisher: Kyiv Independent
- Original article: https://kyivindependent.com/as-old-allies-leave-us-congress-ukraine-must-find-new-champions/
- Topics: Americas, Europe, Government, Politics, World

## Key points

- Midterm losses have weakened Ukraine’s bipartisan support in Congress.
- Around 20 House progressives may be sceptical of military aid.
- Overriding a presidential veto needs 290 House and 67 Senate votes.

## Summary

The US midterm elections have removed many moderate Republicans who helped build bipartisan support for Ukraine, while some Democratic allies are also leaving Congress. The article argues that Kyiv must cultivate new advocates across party lines because a Democratic majority alone may not secure lasting support.

Progressives are expected to make up around 20 House members, and the article says many are sceptical of military aid and sanctions against Russia. President Donald Trump has vowed to veto legislation; overriding a veto would require 290 House votes and 67 Senate votes. Of 18 Republicans who backed the Ukraine Support Act in June, only eight are expected to return in January, with several retiring or losing re-election.

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