Russia Poised To Annex Occupied Areas Of Ukraine After Sham Vote

The transcript discusses the announcement of secession from Ukraine to Russia, with referendums held in Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhia, and Herson. The West calls these referendums a sham. Russia plans to annex these territories, escalating the conflict. The U.S. and its allies refuse to recognize the annexation and continue to support Ukraine. U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas Greenfield emphasizes the unfairness of the referendum and highlights the military aid provided to Ukraine, totaling $54 billion, with an additional $3 billion pending approval.

What did U.S. ambassador Linda Thomas Greenfield say about the fairness of the referendum?

What amount of military aid has the U.S. provided to Ukraine as mentioned in the text?