House Republicans Divided Over Senate Aid Package for Ukraine and Israel
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Speaker Mike Johnson told House Republicans there's "no rush" to address the Senate-passed aid package for Ukraine and Israel. He said he won't put it on the House floor as-is.
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Some Republicans like Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick are drafting alternate aid proposals to provide military aid for Ukraine and border security funds.
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Conservative Freedom Caucus members said they likely wouldn't support any Ukraine aid, even just military assistance, without it being paid for and paired with border security measures.
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During a Tuesday meeting, House Republicans discussed ideas like stripping humanitarian aid and only providing military assistance to Ukraine.
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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries called for an "up or down vote" on the Senate bill but most House Republicans dismiss using a discharge petition to force a vote.