The United States announced a $2.5 billion security assistance package for Ukraine on Monday as Washington races to provide aid to Kyiv before President - elect Donald Trump takes office.Trump’s November election victory has cast doubt on the future of American aid for Ukraine, providing a limited window for billions of dollars in already authorized assistance to be disbursed before he is sworn in next month.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.Monday’s aid includes a $1.25 billion military “drawdown package,” which allows the Pentagon to take weapons from US stocks and send them quickly to the battlefield.Another $1.22 billion will be funded via the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, under which military equipment is procured from the defense industry or partners.“Today, I am proud to announce nearly $2.5 billion in security assistance for Ukraine, as the Ukrainian people continue to defend their independence and freedom from Russian