Geopolitical tensions have heightened greatly in the past few years, and the U.S. has been involved in all of the major theaters, doling out conspicuous amounts of aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. Now, Congress is considering providing these countries with even more aid in a $95 billion bill that includes assistance for each of them. The legislation passed the Senate last month by a 70-29 vote, and it is held up, waiting to see daylight, in the House.

But we must ask: On which principles is the U.S. government justified in coercively taking money from Americans to fund these foreign conflicts? Certainly none that respect the rights and individuality of its citizens.