1. United States
2. Wash.
3. Letter

I urge you to support the supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine and advocate for increased production to address stockpile concerns. This strategic move is crucial for both Ukraine's defense and our long-term national security interests. President Trump's openness to providing Tomahawks to Ukraine represents a pivotal opportunity. These high-accuracy, subsonic cruise missiles, with a range of up to 2,500 kilometers, could significantly impact the conflict. Their ability to strike key Russian military targets deep inside Russia while flying at low altitudes makes them a game-changer. Russia's persistent refusal to engage in meaningful peace negotiations, exemplified by their latest rejection of meeting with President Zelenskyy in Budapest, demonstrates the need for a stronger deterrent. The Tomahawks, having proven effective against Russian air defense in Syria, could provide that deterrent and potentially push Russia towards genuine peace talks. However, we must address the production aspect. Relying solely on existing stockpiles is insufficient. We need to substantially increase Tomahawk production to meet both Ukraine's needs and maintain our own readiness. This ramped-up production will also signal our long-term commitment to supporting our allies and deterring aggression. The geopolitical stakes extend beyond Ukraine. Russia's actions indicate a broader strategy to destabilize regions globally, potentially pivoting to the Middle East and Southeast Asia in collaboration with China, Iran, and North Korea. By providing robust support to Ukraine now, we can prevent this domino effect of instability. Time is of the essence. Each day of delay emboldens Russia and increases the human and economic toll of this conflict. I ask you to act swiftly in supporting the supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine and push for immediate expansion of our production capabilities. This decisive action will reaffirm our commitment to global stability and send a clear message to adversaries about the consequences of unchecked aggression.