Opponent Alleges Spartz’s Focus on Ukraine

A Republican candidate, Chuck Goodrich, is challenging incumbent Rep. Victoria Spartz, accusing her of prioritizing aid to Ukraine over securing the borders of the United States.

Spartz, a Ukraine-born lawmaker from Indiana, has denied the accusations made by Goodrich, who is running television ads highlighting her support for Ukraine.

Despite facing primary challengers, Spartz decided to run for reelection after previously announcing she wouldn’t run again.

Goodrich, who has loaned $1 million to his own campaign, is the top TV ad spender in the race. His latest ad criticizes Spartz for sending aid to Ukraine before completing the border wall.

Republicans are divided on the issue of Ukraine aid, with some calling for a focus on U.S. border security first.

In response, Spartz has labeled Goodrich as a “lying corrupt RINO” and defended her position on auditing Ukraine aid and continuing to support the country.

Spartz, who emigrated to the U.S. in 2000, has faced criticism from both the White House and the Ukrainian government over her stance on the conflict.

Despite the negative ads, Spartz’s campaign believes that her position on accountability and defense of freedom resonates with voters in her district.

Goodrich’s campaign is also facing criticism for focusing more on China than on domestic issues.

Ultimately, both candidates are emphasizing the importance of border security, but differ on the approach to supporting Ukraine.