Johnson Splits Delayed Ukraine Aid into Separate Votes, Risking Further Delays Ahead of Possible Russian Offensive
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Speaker Mike Johnson has announced votes this week on delayed Ukraine aid, separating it into 4 bills to appeal to skeptical Republicans.
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The aid bills exclude border security funding demanded by some conservatives, who are very upset with Johnson's approach.
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Passing the aid will test bipartisan support in the House and put pressure on Johnson's embattled speakership.
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The plan risks delaying urgently needed aid ahead of a possible Russian spring offensive in Ukraine.
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Ukraine's military is facing shortages now, before an expected push by Russia to capitalize on battlefield momentum.