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The Pentagon is holding back deliveries of certain missiles and artillery to Ukraine, arguing that America’s own stocks are stretched thin. This decision, shaped by a recent internal review, has sparked concern that Ukraine will be left more vulnerable to Russia’s relentless strikes.
President Trump himself echoed these stockpile worries just weeks ago when asked about sending Patriot systems to Ukraine, saying bluntly, “We need them too.” But Senator Richard Blumenthal is calling the current halt “deeply dangerous,” accusing defense leaders of relying on what he describes as a “dumb and disingenuous” justification.
Blumenthal argues the real threat comes from refusing to produce enough weapons to meet both U.S. and allied needs. He warns that withholding arms abandons Ukraine’s defenders at a critical moment and undercuts America’s standing as a reliable partner. He says he plans to work with lawmakers on both sides to reverse what he sees as a short-sighted and harmful decision.
DOD stopping shipments of critical arms to Ukraine is deeply dangerous&disappointing. It jeopardizes civilians enduring Putin’s missiles&drones—a rain of terror from the skies. It betrays brave men & women bleeding&dying at the front. It encourages Putin & lets down our allies 1/ https://t.co/5vMG2NeAF0
— Richard Blumenthal (@SenBlumenthal) July 2, 2025