Trump insists US ammunition stockpiles are full, blames Biden over Ukraine
Donald Trump, President of the US (photo: Getty Images)
US President Donald Trump stated that Washington has enough ammunition – the statement came amid a series of media reports that the Pentagon is spending weapons at a fairly rapid pace in the Middle East, according to CBS News.
Specifically, it concerned the rapid pace at which the US is deploying some of its most advanced air defense interceptors and precision weapons in the Middle East, which is causing significant tension within the American leader's administration.
This was reported by anonymous military and intelligence officials to the media.
Officials told CBS News that there are broader concerns about America's readiness for future conflict. A reporter asked Trump if he was concerned about the depletion of weapons stockpiles.
"No. We have plenty. We have a lot of ammunition. Different types," he replied.
Biden and Ukraine
Trump also once again mentioned his predecessor Joe Biden and the weapons he provided to Kyiv.
"You know, Biden gave a lot to Ukraine. And so we're building that up. But we have a lot. We have a lot of the mid-level stuff too. I mean, more than we could use no matter what. But we have a lot. I'd like to have more, to be honest. But so much was given to Ukraine by Biden. When I left, the cupboards were full," the White House chief emphasized.
The president also said that the US would like to have more supplies of some of the most advanced technologies.
A few days ago, it became known that the US is facing difficulties in funding the war against Iran. The additional spending package has practically stalled in Congress, forcing President Donald Trump's administration to look for alternative sources of funds.
Recently, it was reported that the US's war against Iran has already cost the American budget several tens of billions of dollars.
