To pass Ukraine aid, ‘Reagan Republican’ leaders in Congress navigated a party transformed by Trump
7 months, 4 weeks ago

To pass Ukraine aid, ‘Reagan Republican’ leaders in Congress navigated a party transformed by Trump

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — For Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell and House Speaker Mike Johnson, the necessity of providing Ukraine with weapons and other aid as it fends off Russia’s invasion is rooted in their earliest and most formative political memories. While McConnell, R-Ky., and Johnson, R-La., took different approaches to handling Trump, the presumptive White House nominee in 2024, the struggle highlighted the fundamental battle within the GOP: Will conservatives continue their march toward Trump’s “America First” doctrine on foreign affairs or will they find the value in standing with America’s allies? “I’m a Reagan guy and I think today — at least on this episode — we turned the tables on the isolationists.” Still, he acknowledged, “that doesn’t mean they’re going to go away forever.” McConnell, in the twilight of his 18-year tenure as Republican leader, lauded a momentary victory Tuesday as a healthy showing of 31 Republicans voted for the foreign aid; that was nine more than had supported it in February. “He is fundamentally an honorable person,” said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., who brokered the negotiations and spent hours on the phone and in meetings with Johnson, McConnell and the White House. Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, said Johnson and McConnell “both showed great resolve and backbone and true leadership at a time it was desperately needed.” When McConnell began negotiations over President Joe Biden’s initial aid request last year, he quickly set the terms for a deal.

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Trump effect: Biden rushes in aid to Ukraine as it jostles with Russia for stronger seat on talks table
1 week, 6 days ago

Trump effect: Biden rushes in aid to Ukraine as it jostles with Russia for stronger seat on talks table

Firstpost  

With the last few weeks in office, Biden is sending billions of dollars in military aid to Ukraine as Trump 2.0 looks set to change the status quo in the almost three-year war. While Russia has made rapid advances in Ukraine pushing the battlefronts inside the former Soviet constituent country, the US’s outgoing President Joe Biden has focused on fortifying …

Biden ‘rushing’ billions in aid to Ukraine as Trump win fuels uncertainty
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Biden ‘rushing’ billions in aid to Ukraine as Trump win fuels uncertainty

Al Jazeera  

Zelenskyy was among the first leaders to congratulate Trump, who has criticised the scale of US support for Ukraine. United States President Joe Biden plans to rush billions of dollars in security assistance to Ukraine before he leaves office in January, reports say, hoping to shore up the government in Kyiv before Donald Trump returns to the White House. Trump, …

As the world waits for Trump, time runs out for Biden to help Ukraine
1 month, 2 weeks ago

As the world waits for Trump, time runs out for Biden to help Ukraine

Politico  

“We have been sending whatever industry can produce each month, but the problem is you can only send these things as they are produced,” said Mark Cancian, a former DOD budget official now at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. “The administration could dip into the stockpiles and send equipment more quickly, but it’s unclear the Pentagon would want …

Trump criticizes US aid to Ukraine, promises to “have that settled” if reelected
6 months, 1 week ago

Trump criticizes US aid to Ukraine, promises to “have that settled” if reelected

Salon  

It has long been known that preemptive GOP nominee, Donald Trump, has had plans to curb or altogether end the U.S. support to Ukraine. Trump criticized the scale of the U.S. aid for Ukraine and promised that if he is reelected in November he will “have that settled,” Politico reported. Trump went on to criticize Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv’s efforts to …

Biden says the US is rushing weaponry to Ukraine as he signs a $95 billion war aid measure into law
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Biden says the US is rushing weaponry to Ukraine as he signs a $95 billion war aid measure into law

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Wednesday that he was immediately rushing badly needed weaponry to Ukraine as he signed into law a $95 billion war aid measure that also included assistance for Israel, Taiwan and other global hot spots. The announcement marked an end to the long, painful battle with Republicans in Congress over urgently needed assistance for Ukraine, …

U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with big bipartisan vote
8 months ago

U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with big bipartisan vote

The Hindu  

The Senate has passed $95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debate over how involved the United States should be in foreign wars. In an interview with The Associated Press shortly before the vote, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said that if Congress …

Joe Biden approves Ukraine aid, TikTok ban bills after Republican battle
8 months ago

Joe Biden approves Ukraine aid, TikTok ban bills after Republican battle

India Today  

US President Joe Biden signed a hard-fought bill into law on Wednesday that provides billions of dollars of new US aid to Ukraine for its war with Russia, notching a rare bipartisan victory for the president as he seeks reelection and ending months of wrangling with Republicans in Congress. Johnson, who faces calls by some right-leaning Republicans to oust him …

Senate passes $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
8 months ago

Senate passes $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Senate has passed $95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debate over how involved the United States should be in foreign wars. In an interview with The Associated Press shortly before the vote, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said that …

Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan in big bipartisan vote
8 months ago

Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan in big bipartisan vote

LA Times  

American and Ukrainian flags wave outside the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday. The Senate has passed a package of $95 billion in military aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan and humanitarian assistance for Gaza, sending the legislation to President Biden after months of delays and contentious debate over how involved the United States should be in foreign wars. In an interview …

Finally, America’s Congress does right by Ukraine
8 months ago

Finally, America’s Congress does right by Ukraine

Hindustan Times  

“AMERICANS CAN ALWAYS be counted on to do the right thing…after they have exhausted all other possibilities.” There is no evidence that Winston Churchill ever uttered this phrase, which is often attributed to him. The recent lowering of the call-up age from 27 to 25 will help, but maintaining morale will require immense skill from Ukraine’s political and military leaders. …

Mike Johnson finally got Ukraine aid done—but he's no hero.
54 years, 11 months ago

Mike Johnson finally got Ukraine aid done—but he's no hero.

Slate  

Before House Speaker Mike Johnson basks too deeply in the praise he’s received for bringing the security assistance bill to the floor, where it passed by a predictably wide margin, we should recall that the bill would have passed six months ago had it not been for Johnson’s cowardly submission to the pressure of former President Donald Trump. Had Johnson …

Zelenskyy welcomes US aid to Ukraine, urges rapid transfer of weapons
8 months ago

Zelenskyy welcomes US aid to Ukraine, urges rapid transfer of weapons

Al Jazeera  

Ukraine president says the passage of the aid bill would send a powerful message to Russia that the US stands by Kyiv. In an interview with NBC’s Meet the Press programme, Zelenskyy said the passage of the aid bill would send a powerful message to Russia that Washington stands by Kyiv and that it would not be “a second Afghanistan”. …

US House approves long-awaited aid package to bolster Ukraine's war efforts
8 months ago

US House approves long-awaited aid package to bolster Ukraine's war efforts

ABC  

In short: After stalling for months, a $US60 billion aid package for Ukraine has been approved by the US House After stalling for months, a $US60 billion aid package for Ukraine has been approved by the US House Some Republicans are threatening to oust speaker Mike Johnson over the vote What's next: The bill will now go to the Senate, …

House approves $61 billion in military aid for Ukraine, much to the chagrin of Russia
8 months ago

House approves $61 billion in military aid for Ukraine, much to the chagrin of Russia

Salon  

The U.S. House of Representatives approved $61 billion of military aid for Ukraine to help in its defense against Russia, after months of stalling. “The House erupted into applause when the Ukraine bill passed, with the chair, Marc Molinaro of New York, admonishing members not to wave Ukrainian flags,” The Guardian reported. Right after the bill passed, Ukraine’s president took …

'Trump lost': Ex-Bush speechwriter shows how GOP 'has rebelled against him' in latest vote
8 months ago

'Trump lost': Ex-Bush speechwriter shows how GOP 'has rebelled against him' in latest vote

Raw Story  

" Trump deflates," writes former Bush speechwriter David Frum. Frum, who previously assessed former president Trump was prone to stoking violence, writes for the Atlantic about how the U.S. House voted to approve something Trump has steadfastly stood against. " "The House vote to aid Ukraine renews hope that Ukraine can still win its war. Every Republican officeholder understood: Those …

U.S. House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle
8 months ago

U.S. House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle

The Hindu  

The House swiftly approved $95 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies in a rare Saturday session as Democrats and Republicans banded together after months of hard-right resistance over renewed American support for repelling Russia’s invasion. Biden, in a statement, thanked Johnson, Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries and the bipartisan coalition of lawmakers “who voted to put …

The House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle. Next is the Senate
8 months ago

The House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle. Next is the Senate

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The House has approved $95 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies in a rare weekend session as Democrats and Republicans banded together after months of hard-right resistance over renewed American support for repelling Russia’s invasion. “The eyes of the world are upon us, and history will judge what we do here and now,” …

The House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle
8 months ago

The House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle

LA Times  

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson talks to reporters at the Capitol in Washington. The House swiftly approved $95 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies in a rare Saturday session as Democrats and Republicans banded together after months of political turmoil over support for repelling Russia’s invasion. Biden, in a statement, thanked Johnson, Democratic leader …

US passes $95 billion in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle
8 months ago

US passes $95 billion in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle

New Indian Express  

The weekend scene presented a striking display of congressional action after months of dysfunction and stalemate fueled by Republicans, who hold the majority but are deeply split over foreign aid, particularly for Ukraine as it fights Russia's invasion. "The eyes of the world are upon us, and history will judge what we do here and now," said Rep. Michael McCaul, …

US House approves aid package for Ukraine and Israel
8 months ago

US House approves aid package for Ukraine and Israel

India Today  

The House swiftly approved $95 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other US allies in a rare Saturday session as Democrats and Republicans banded together after months of hard-right resistance over renewed American support for repelling Russia’s invasion. Biden, in a statement, thanked Johnson, Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries and the bipartisan coalition of lawmakers “who voted to put …

ANOTHER Republican joins bid to oust Mike Johnson: Speaker's future on the line over $95 BILLION foreign aid bill as Marjorie Taylor Greene gets another backer
8 months ago

ANOTHER Republican joins bid to oust Mike Johnson: Speaker's future on the line over $95 BILLION foreign aid bill as Marjorie Taylor Greene gets another backer

Daily Mail  

A third Republican has co- Rep. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., announced his support for a motion to vacate Johnson on Friday, citing outrage over Johnson putting money for Ukraine's 'purposeless' fight against Russia on the House floor without border security measures attached. Rep. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., announced his support for a motion to vacate Johnson on Friday, citing outrage over Johnson …

House leaders toil to advance Ukraine and Israel aid. But threats to oust speaker grow
8 months ago

House leaders toil to advance Ukraine and Israel aid. But threats to oust speaker grow

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — House congressional leaders were toiling Thursday on a delicate, bipartisan push toward weekend votes to approve a $95 billion package of foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, as well as several other national security policies at a critical moment at home and abroad. “We will continue to govern under the existing rules,” the speaker said on the …

'Complete failure': Mike Johnson's plan already in danger after latest MAGA caucus revolt
8 months ago

'Complete failure': Mike Johnson's plan already in danger after latest MAGA caucus revolt

Raw Story  

House Speaker Mike Johnson has been planning to put different foreign aid packages for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan on the floor of the House of Representatives, but hardliners within his caucus are already revolting. "Every true conservative America First patriot in the House should vote against the rule for this borrowed foreign aid bill with no border security," wrote Rep. …

House’s Ukraine, Israel aid package gains Biden’s support as Speaker Johnson fights to keep his job
8 months ago

House’s Ukraine, Israel aid package gains Biden’s support as Speaker Johnson fights to keep his job

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Wednesday he strongly supports a proposal from Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson to provide aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, sending crucial bipartisan support to the precarious effort to approve $95 billion in funding for the U.S. allies this week. “I will sign this into law immediately to send a message to the world: …

Speaker Johnson is moving forward with foreign aid bills despite threat to oust him
8 months, 1 week ago

Speaker Johnson is moving forward with foreign aid bills despite threat to oust him

NPR  

Speaker Johnson is moving forward with foreign aid bills despite threat to oust him Enlarge this image toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images House Speaker Mike Johnson is moving forward with a plan to vote on separate bills to provide assistance to Ukraine, Israel and U.S. allies in the Indo-Pacific, despite growing criticism from within his conference and …

House Speaker Mike Johnson says he will push for aid to Israel and Ukraine this week
8 months, 1 week ago

House Speaker Mike Johnson says he will push for aid to Israel and Ukraine this week

LA Times  

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson speaks as Republican presidential candidate and former President Trump listens during a news conference Friday at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Fla. House Speaker Mike Johnson said Sunday he will try to advance wartime aid for Israel this week as he attempts the difficult task of winning House approval for a national security package that …

Editorial: Speaker Johnson must ignore GOP hardliners and pass Ukraine aid now
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Editorial: Speaker Johnson must ignore GOP hardliners and pass Ukraine aid now

LA Times  

First response officers inspect the damage after a Russian air attack in Kyiv on March 25. When House members return to Washington this week, their first priority should be to approve desperately needed aid for Ukraine as that country continues to resist Russian aggression. CNN reported last week that Greene said that if the speaker moved ahead with an aid …

US military chief tours arms plants with GOP lawmakers to show that Ukraine aid boosts jobs at home
9 months, 1 week ago

US military chief tours arms plants with GOP lawmakers to show that Ukraine aid boosts jobs at home

Associated Press  

— As they stood before massive rocket launchers built in part by their Arkansas constituents, Republican lawmakers were getting an unambiguous message Thursday from America’s top military officer: A Ukraine aid package that’s stalled in Congress will not only help in the fight against Russia, but also support jobs in their districts. “All of that said, it has to be …

Ukraine’s troops are rationing ammunition. Yet House Republicans plan to take weeks to mull more aid
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine’s troops are rationing ammunition. Yet House Republicans plan to take weeks to mull more aid

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Ukrainian drones fly without ammunition. It’s now been over two months since the U.S. — which since World War II has fashioned itself as the “Arsenal of Democracy” — last sent military supplies to Ukraine. If they don’t get the aid they will lose — with dire consequences to the United States,” said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, …

Ukraine’s troops are rationing ammunition. Yet House Republicans plan to take weeks to mull more aid
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine’s troops are rationing ammunition. Yet House Republicans plan to take weeks to mull more aid

LA Times  

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson speaks at the Capitol in Washington on Thursday. Shortages of ammunition and supplies are resulting in Ukraine losing ground, congressional leaders warn, yet the Republican-controlled House has shown little hurry to resupply Kyiv with military aid. Shortages of ammo and supplies are resulting in lost ground to Moscow, U.S. congressional leaders warn, yet the …

Many Republicans will snub Zelensky’s desperate plea for aid. Here’s why
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Many Republicans will snub Zelensky’s desperate plea for aid. Here’s why

CNN  

CNN — There is a simple reason why many Republicans will snub Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s desperate plea for billions of dollars in arms and ammunition. At the Conservative Political Action Conference last week, Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz, a strong Trump supporter, claimed US aid to Ukraine was now “sloshing around the money laundering capitals of the world” and warned …

In Ukraine, Schumer challenges Speaker Johnson to ‘rise to the occasion’ and pass more US aid
10 months ago

In Ukraine, Schumer challenges Speaker Johnson to ‘rise to the occasion’ and pass more US aid

Associated Press  

Standing on Ukrainian soil in a surprise visit with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer challenged House Speaker Mike Johnson to take up a $95 billion national security package that includes aid for the country as it battles Russia’s invasion. “If he turns his back on history, he will regret it in future years.” Schumer said he was …

Biden wants people to know most of the money he's seeking for Ukraine would be spent in the US
10 months ago

Biden wants people to know most of the money he's seeking for Ukraine would be spent in the US

Hindustan Times  

MESQUITE, Texas — At a bustling construction site outside of Dallas, there are hopes that Congress can finally pass nearly $95 billion in foreign aid including funding for Ukraine — because factory jobs in the United States depend on that money. As President Joe Biden pushes House Republicans to pass needed aid, he wants voters to understand that nearly two-thirds …

Biden wants people to know most of the money he’s seeking for Ukraine would be spent in the US
10 months ago

Biden wants people to know most of the money he’s seeking for Ukraine would be spent in the US

Associated Press  

MESQUITE, Texas — At a bustling construction site outside of Dallas, there are hopes that Congress can finally pass nearly $95 billion in foreign aid including funding for Ukraine — because factory jobs in the United States depend on that money. As President Joe Biden pushes House Republicans to pass needed aid, he wants voters to understand that nearly two-thirds …

Opinion: Blocking Ukraine aid is no way to put America dirst
10 months ago

Opinion: Blocking Ukraine aid is no way to put America dirst

LA Times  

For Presidents Day, the House is taking two weeks off. After all, if Trump and his followers had any sense of history, they wouldn’t have revived the “America First” mantle, associated as it is with the isolationist, pre-World War II America First Committee. Nonetheless, seven years ago Trump proudly proclaimed in his inaugural address, “From this day forward, it’s going …

Joe Biden blames Congress for Ukraine's Avdiivka fall, urges lawmakers to approve funding bill
10 months ago

Joe Biden blames Congress for Ukraine's Avdiivka fall, urges lawmakers to approve funding bill

Hindustan Times  

Following Russia's takeover of Avdiivka in eastern Ukraine, US President Joe Biden admitted that that he was not confident if funding would be available before the war-torn nation lost additional territory. President Joe Biden On Saturday, Biden comforted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy over a phone call after Russia took over Avdiivka amid the ongoing war. We also agree that the …

Biden says he told Zelenskyy he’s ‘confident’ US will renew aid to Ukraine
10 months ago

Biden says he told Zelenskyy he’s ‘confident’ US will renew aid to Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

US president warns of further losses of Ukrainian territory if Congress does not renew military aid. United States President Joe Biden has said he assured Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy that he is confident Congress will renew military aid to repel Russia after its forces captured the Ukrainian stronghold of Avdiivka. Biden said he was not confident another Ukrainian city would not …

US aid to Ukraine hinges on House Speaker Johnson. His leadership is being tested by the far right
10 months, 1 week ago

US aid to Ukraine hinges on House Speaker Johnson. His leadership is being tested by the far right

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — When Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with congressional leaders in Washington late last year he told them privately what is now public: With U.S. weapons, they could win the war against Russia, but without them Russian President Vladimir Putin would be victorious. I find it absurd.” Zelenskyy said at a news conference with Vice President Kamala Harris in …

U.S. aid to Ukraine hinges on House Speaker Johnson. His leadership is being tested by far right
10 months, 1 week ago

U.S. aid to Ukraine hinges on House Speaker Johnson. His leadership is being tested by far right

LA Times  

When Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with congressional leaders in Washington late last year he told them privately what is now public: With U.S. weapons, they could win the war against Russia, but without them Russian President Vladimir Putin would be victorious. Biden also reaffirmed the “strong bipartisan support” in the U.S. government and among Americans for Ukraine’s sovereignty and …

GOP Speaker Johnson says House won’t be ‘rushed’ to approve aid for Ukraine as $95B package stalls
10 months, 1 week ago

GOP Speaker Johnson says House won’t be ‘rushed’ to approve aid for Ukraine as $95B package stalls

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Republican Speaker Mike Johnson said Wednesday the U.S. House will not feel “rushed” to pass the $95.3 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies, signaling a further stall over sending military hardware and munitions Kyiv badly needs to fight Russia. Johnson, who rejected a border security compromise that was eventually stripped from the final product, …

US Senate approves $95bn aid for Ukraine and Israel in pre-dawn vote
10 months, 1 week ago

US Senate approves $95bn aid for Ukraine and Israel in pre-dawn vote

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer praised the passing of the bill in a press …

Joe Biden torches Donald Trump's comments on Russia and NATO as ‘dumb’, ‘shameful’, and ‘un-American’
10 months, 1 week ago

Joe Biden torches Donald Trump's comments on Russia and NATO as ‘dumb’, ‘shameful’, and ‘un-American’

Hindustan Times  

Joe Biden has slammed Donald Trump for his comments on the US withdrawing from the NATO military alliance and his influence on the Republican opposition to a foreign aid bill that would help Ukraine resist a Russian invasion in a fiery speech. “Opposing it is playing into Putin’s hands.” ‘Can you imagine a former president of the United States saying …

Johnson says House won’t be ‘rushed’ to approve aid for Ukraine, Israel, other allies
10 months, 1 week ago

Johnson says House won’t be ‘rushed’ to approve aid for Ukraine, Israel, other allies

LA Times  

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson arrives for a closed-door GOP caucus meeting, at the Capitol in Washington on Wednesday. Republican Speaker Mike Johnson said Wednesday the U.S. House will not feel “rushed” to pass a $95.3-billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies, signaling a further stall over sending military hardware and munitions Kyiv badly needs to …

U.S. Senate passes Ukraine aid bill, House likely to reject it
10 months, 1 week ago

U.S. Senate passes Ukraine aid bill, House likely to reject it

The Hindu  

The U.S. Senate on Tuesday approved long-delayed funding for Ukraine's war effort, part of a foreign aid package that right-wing House Speaker Mike Johnson has indicated his Republican-led chamber will reject. A previous Senate Bill negotiated by both parties had also encompassed tough new U.S. border protections aimed at stemming an influx of migration into the United States from Mexico …

GOP divisions on display as 22 Republicans voted for Ukraine aid package despite Trump's protest; full list here
10 months, 1 week ago

GOP divisions on display as 22 Republicans voted for Ukraine aid package despite Trump's protest; full list here

Hindustan Times  

The US Senate finally approved a $95 billion foreign aid package for Israel, Ukraine, and the Indo-Pacific region on Tuesday morning, displaying a growing rift in the Republican party as 22 GOP senators ditched ex-President Donald Trump to back Democrats in passing the military assistance. The 22 senators, most of whom are national security hawks including a number of veterans, …

US Senate clears long-delayed $95billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
10 months, 1 week ago

US Senate clears long-delayed $95billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan

Hindustan Times  

In an early Tuesday morning vote, the US Senate approved a $95.3 billion foreign aid measure that includes assistance for Israel and war-torn Ukraine. US Senate approved a $95.3 billion foreign aid measure that includes assistance for Israel and war-torn Ukraine. Among other priorities, the foreign aid package contains billions of dollars for security aid for Israel, humanitarian help for …

House speaker casts doubts on Ukraine and Israel aid package as senators grind toward final vote
10 months, 1 week ago

House speaker casts doubts on Ukraine and Israel aid package as senators grind toward final vote

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — House Speaker Mike Johnson late Monday sharply criticized a $95.3 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other countries, casting serious doubts about the future of the package just as Senate leaders were slowly muscling it toward a final vote. But Johnson, a Louisiana Republican, said in a statement the package lacked border security provisions, calling it “silent …

Biden says opposing Ukraine aid plays into ‘Putin’s hands,’ calls Trump NATO comments ‘un-American’
10 months, 1 week ago

Biden says opposing Ukraine aid plays into ‘Putin’s hands,’ calls Trump NATO comments ‘un-American’

LA Times  

President Biden delivers remarks at the White House on a $95-billion Ukraine-Israel aid package being debated in Congress on Tuesday. President Biden on Tuesday called for House Republicans to urgently bring a $95.3-billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan to a vote, warning that refusal to take up the bill, passed by the Senate in the morning, would be …

Ukraine aid package approval gains momentum after key US Senate vote
10 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine aid package approval gains momentum after key US Senate vote

Al Jazeera  

Despite opposition from former US President Donald Trump, senators moved closer to passing a foreign aid bill. A narrowly divided US Senate moved closer to passing a $95.34bn aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, showing undiminished bipartisanship despite mounting opposition from Republican hardliners and former US President Donald Trump. On Sunday, the Democratic-led Senate voted 67-27 to clear the …

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