According to the Atlantic Council, aid to Ukraine is seen as a strategic investment for the U.S. rather than charity. Key points from the article include:

▫️Aid to Ukraine comes at a price, but can strengthen both the economic and national security of the United States.
▫️The ongoing war in Ukraine is depleting the Russian arsenal and weakening the military power of the Russian Federation. American arms exports to Ukraine stimulate the U.S. economy and reinforce U.S. global leadership in armaments.
▫️The war provides invaluable intelligence on Russian tactics, helps improve U.S. and NATO defense strategies, and serves as a testing ground for U.S. weapons systems.
▫️The defense industry, driven by war and deterrence, has seen a surge in revenues for major defense contractors, injecting significant capital into local economies and creating jobs.
▫️Despite these economic benefits, some Senators and Representatives whose states or districts benefit from defense contracts have voted against aid to Ukraine for purely political reasons. The defense industry relies on components and subcomponents sourced and manufactured in various states and districts, benefiting a wide range of congressional districts.
▫️Combat operations in Ukraine allow for a detailed assessment of U.S. capabilities and effectiveness against a formidable adversary, as well as the identification of the Pentagon's shortcomings and vulnerabilities.
▫️The war has significantly weakened the Russian Federation, draining its military strength and resources.
▫️A defeat of the Russian Federation in Ukraine would not only strengthen China's deterrence, but also prevent an escalation around Taiwan.