Senate Passes $95 Billion Ukraine Aid Package, But Faces Uncertain Future in Republican-Led House
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The Senate passed a $95.3 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, but the bill faces uncertainty in the House where some Republicans oppose continued support for Ukraine.
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Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville were among 29 senators who voted against the package, arguing the U.S. should prioritize domestic issues over foreign aid.
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The package aims to provide military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine as it defends against Russia's invasion, support Israel's defense systems, and aid Taiwan and partners in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Progressive lawmakers objected to sending aid to Israel, but the package ultimately gained bipartisan support with 22 Republicans voting for its passage.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson cast doubt on the bill's future, signaling it could take weeks or months to pass the House, if at all, given most House Republicans' opposition.