Republicans Struggle to Elect House Speaker Amid Party Divides as Biden Defends Aid for Allies and Trump Loyalists Face Legal Troubles

Republicans unable to elect House speaker due to factional divides between traditionalists and Trump loyalists like Jim Jordan.

President Biden gave speech arguing US support for Ukraine and Israel is vital for global security and democracy.

Biden's request for aid package seen as cheaper option than costs of not supporting allies against threats.

Two Trump associates plead guilty in election subversion case, suggesting legal peril for Trump himself.

Convictions and primary wins could happen simultaneously for Trump, raising uncertainty.