In a passionate speech delivered from the White House, President Joe Biden criticized his predecessor, Donald Trump, for his role in Republican opposition to a national security package approved by the US Senate. The bill, which holds an uncertain future in the US House, focuses on foreign aid and has sparked controversy within the Republican party.

President Biden emphasized the high stakes for American security, stating that they have only grown in recent days due to Trump's dangerous and un-American actions. Biden called attention to a recent incident in which Trump invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to invade NATO allies if they did not increase defense spending.

Biden expressed shock and disbelief at the former president's words, stating, "Can you imagine a former president of the United States saying that? The whole world heard it." He strongly emphasized that no other president in American history had bowed down to a Russian dictator, adding that he himself would never do so.

The president condemned Trump's perspective on NATO, accusing him of viewing the alliance as a burden rather than an essential shield protecting America and the world. Biden highlighted NATO's fundamental principles of freedom, security, and national sovereignty, emphasizing that they were not to be taken lightly. He stressed the importance of honoring commitments and reminded listeners that Article Five, which ensures mutual defense among NATO members, had been invoked only once in history – following the 9/11 attacks on the United States.

Biden then shifted his focus to the national security package approved by the Senate, specifically highlighting its provisions for aiding Ukraine in its fight against the Russian invasion, as well as support for Israel and Pacific allies such as Taiwan. He underscored the impact of this aid on American workers and stockpiles, emphasizing the message it would send to the world about American trustworthiness and commitment to freedom.

The president expressed concern over opposition from House Republicans, particularly Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana, who cited a lack of measures addressing the crisis at the southern border as their reason for disliking the bill. Biden did not explicitly mention this issue but hinted at the risks of not addressing it, referring to the Senate GOP's failure to include border-related aspects in the package after Trump urged them not to.

With a fervent plea, Biden called on House Republicans to pass the national security package, urging them to stand for decency, democracy, and American security. He emphasized the importance of unity and the need to make decisions that would shape the nation's future for decades to come.

The president closed his speech by reminding both Republicans and Democrats that history is watching, urging them to remember their identity as the United States of America. He emphasized the power of collective action and stressed the significance of acting together with NATO allies in maintaining global stability and security.

As President Biden continues to exert pressure on House Republicans, the response from former President Trump and his supporters is anticipated, with a likely rebuttal to follow in coming days. The fate of the national security package remains uncertain as the bill faces further deliberation and debate in the US House.