Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, has expressed concerns over Ukraine's corruption scandal, stating that significant U.S. funding has facilitated misconduct by senior officials. He argues this has further strained Americans already facing challenging economic conditions. Cortes made these remarks on X.
"The ‘co-President' of Zelensky forced to resign," said Cortes. "We've given them hundreds of billions of dollars. It's a middle finger to every American! Especially those enduring tough economic times. No more blank checks for crooks."
According to Cortes, the difficult economic situation in the United States stands in stark contrast to what he describes as widespread corruption within the Ukrainian government. He mentions the resignation of Andrei Yermak following raids linked to Operation Midas, which alleged large-scale theft. Cortes uses these claims to justify his call for ending additional U.S. funding.
The Illinois Department of Employment Security reports that inflation and rising household costs have increased financial strain for many families. State data indicates a growing reliance on assistance programs during periods of elevated prices, highlighting the economic pressures referenced by Cortes in his comments.
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) reports that U.S. assistance to Ukraine since 2022 has surpassed $113 billion across military, economic, and humanitarian categories. CRS documents outline appropriations totals and oversight structures associated with these funds, illustrating the scope of U.S. spending mentioned by Cortes.
Steve Cortes is the Founder and President of the League of American Workers and serves as a senior political advisor to CatholicVote. He is a former senior advisor to President Trump and JD Vance and has been a commentator for Fox News and CNN. Cortes regularly publishes documentaries and columns at cortesinvestigates.com.
