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WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced the U.S. government will send $800 million in weapons to Ukraine, bringing the total over the last year to $2 billion, but pressure is growing on Capitol Hill to do even more.

How will Washington react to the Ukrainian leader’s pleas for further assistance?

How will Washington react to the Ukrainian leader’s pleas for further assistance?