Why It Matters
The National Association of Ukrainian Defense Industries (NAUDI) has engaged McKeon Group Inc. to navigate Congress on issues surrounding Ukrainian defense production and foreign military sales, marking a sustained push to integrate Ukrainian-designed systems into U.S. defense strategy.
By the Numbers
NAUDI filed a quarter two 2026 lobbying disclosure reporting a filing amount of $130,000.
Broader Context
The timing reflects broader legislative momentum. A Congressional Research Service report on defense production for Ukraine is actively circulating on Capitol Hill. Separately, bipartisan legislation called the Strategic Unmanned Systems Partnership Act would enable the U.S. to co-develop, co-produce, and rapidly acquire cost-effective Ukrainian-designed unmanned systems, including drones. Additionally, the Supporting Ukraine Act of 2025 directs the Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense to promote interoperability in defense innovation with NATO allies and ensure consistent U.S. defense production. Between May 2025 and May 2026, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency announced approval of possible Foreign Military Sales to Ukraine potentially valued at more than $3 billion.
McKeon Group Inc., led by Howard McKeon as President, has represented the organization consistently for the past year. David Keysor, Chief Operating Officer, and Adam Raezler, Vice President, also serve as registered lobbyists for the group. All three remain active in their registrations.
The Bottom Line
NAUDI's sustained engagement with a Capitol Hill lobbying firm signals the organization's intent to remain active in congressional deliberations around Ukrainian defense capabilities. The disclosure filings show consistent, long-term investment in legislative advocacy tracking at a time when Congress is debating how to deepen defense cooperation with Ukraine.
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