US House Approves $95 Billion Aid Package for Ukraine and Israel
"US House passes $95B aid for Ukraine, Israel & Taiwan amid bipartisan support, despite GOP objections." In a significant display of bipartisan unity, the US House of Representatives has passed a monumental $95 billion legislative package aimed at providing vital security assistance to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. Despite staunch objections from Republican hardliners, the bill received widespread support and now heads to the Democratic-majority Senate, following a similar measure passed over two months ago. This crucial legislation, championed by leaders from President Joe Biden to Senate Republican Mitch McConnell, underscores a collective effort to address pressing global security concerns. The comprehensive aid package allocates substantial funding to address various geopolitical challenges: $60.84 billion earmarked for addressing the conflict in Ukraine, including substantial replenishment of US weapons and facilities; $26 billion designated for Israel, with a signif...