Republican Opposition to Ukraine Aid Complicates Speaker Vote, Puts Future Support in Doubt

Hard-right House Republicans, embracing Trump's "America First" isolationism, are increasingly skeptical of Ukraine aid. A majority now oppose it.

Opposition has complicated the Speaker vote, as candidates must appeal to lawmakers adamantly against more Ukraine funding.

Declining Republican support raises questions if Congress can approve further aid, which analysts warn would have deadly consequences for Ukraine.

Some ideas to ease passage include tying to Israel aid or approving a larger package through 2024. But time is running out as Ukraine needs continual support.

If delays imperil Ukraine's military, analysts say tide may turn against aid opponents, prompting a change of heart to avoid backlash.