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How much of your tax dollars are going to Israel and Ukraine

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Comparing US Aid to Israel and Ukraine

The US has provided $3.8 billion to Israel and $115 billion to Ukraine since the respective conflicts started. The aid to Ukraine is significantly higher, with more than half allocated to weapons, defense, and training, while also including economic and humanitarian assistance. The amount given to Ukraine over two years is equivalent to what the US spent on highways over the same period. Comparing the aid provided for deadly weapons and humanitarian purposes is complex and weighty. There is uncertainty regarding the exact number of US taxpayers, making it challenging to determine the per person price tag of the aid sent to these countries.

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