“It’s an investment in the global security and democracy that we handle in the most responsible way.” “Your money is not charity,” he told his congressional audience, which included some Republicans wary of sending a 'blank check' to Ukraine when they take over the House in January. WASHINGTON – Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the comedic actor turned Ukrainian leader, delivered perhaps the most dramatic performance of his career Wednesday, embarking on a whirlwind tour that culminated in an address to Congress where he urged lawmakers to keep sending aid to his war-ravaged nation.