President Joe Biden took a slew of measures this week to support Ukraine in its defense against Russia. While late, they could help make a difference.

The Pentagon will send Ukraine at least $275 million in new weapons, including an undisclosed number of antipersonnel land mines, as the Biden administration rushes to do as much as it can to help Kyiv fight back against Russia before President-elect Donald Trump takes office.

Senate leaders have reached a deal that will smooth the path for Democrats to confirm several of President Joe Biden’s district court nominees, averting Republican procedural tactics that significantly slowed down the process,

Deal struck as lawmakers battle over who will control federal courts and whether to add more judgeships as Republicans take control of White House, Senate.