Global Elections and U.S. Allies' Views on Presidential Candidates

NPR discusses how U.S. allies view the two presidential candidates ahead of the debate. Allies are closely watching as the fate of their countries is tied to whether Trump or Biden wins. Anxiety centers on U.S. financial support and defense commitments.

Emergency Aid Package for U.S. Allies

The House passed a $95.3 billion emergency aid package for U.S. allies with bipartisan support, sending it back to the Senate for final vote. The package includes aid for Ukraine, Israel, Gaza, Taiwan, and other Indo-Pacific allies, along with measures to toughen sanctions on Russia, Iran, and China.