(CNN) A career budget official undercut one of the White House's arguments for freezing $400 million in security aid to Ukraine, according to a newly released transcript . Sandy's testimony, which was released by House Democrats Tuesday along with State Department official Philip Reeker, adds to the understanding of the timeline surrounding the freezing of US aid to Ukraine. Sandy said he learned about the hold on Ukraine aid on July 19, and that he raised concerns about the legality of the move. Sandy explained that the President's interest in Ukraine aid dated back to June. Two officials who left OMB expressed frustration with Ukraine aid, Sandy saidSandy testified that he believed two officials left OMB in part because of concerns over the Ukraine security assistance.

Source: CNN November 26, 2019 22:10 UTC