Senate Democrat: Americans will be next on front lines against Russia if Ukraine aid not approved

American soldiers could be next in line to combat the Russian military if the House does not approve a supplemental package that includes aid to Ukraine, Sen. Chris Coons (D-Del.) said Friday.

“In the next front against Russia, it will be Americans on the front lines,” Coons told CNBC’s Silvia Amaro on Friday in an interview from the Munich Security Conference.

“We are best off investing in the Ukrainians who are fighting bravely for their own freedom than allowing Putin the opportunity to spread further chaos and violence across Europe,” Coons said. 

The Senate approved a $95 billion foreign aid package on Tuesday, but it faces opposition in the GOP-controlled House.

Coons feels “optimistic” it will pass both chambers and get signed by President Biden. He warned that Putin could end up attacking NATO allies if he is not stopped in Ukraine. 

“If we don’t stop Putin in Ukraine, he will next be attacking NATO allies of the United States,” he said.