House Clears Procedural Hurdle
The House cleared a procedural hurdle to advance legislation providing billions in security funding for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with bipartisan support.
Strong Bipartisan Support
The House saw a strong bipartisan vote of 316 to 94, with 165 Democrats and 151 Republicans in favor of the rule for debate on the legislative package.
Speaker’s Perspective
House Speaker Mike Johnson emphasized the importance of the legislation, acknowledging it may not be perfect but is crucial under current circumstances.
Weekend Votes
The House will vote on final passage on Saturday, with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer asking senators to be prepared for a weekend session to vote on the measure.
Key Funding Allocations
The legislation includes billions in funding for Israel, Ukraine, and efforts to counter China in the Indo-Pacific, with additional support for Taiwan.
Foreign Policy Priorities
Additional measures in the bill address GOP foreign policy priorities, such as sanctions on Russia, China, and Iran, along with aid to Ukraine through the sale of assets of Russian oligarchs.
President’s Support
President Biden has indicated he will sign the bill into law, urging swift passage in both the House and Senate before their recess next week.
Division Among House Republicans
The legislation has sparked divisions among House Republicans, with some opposing additional funding to Ukraine and threatening to challenge Speaker Mike Johnson.