The House has approved a $95 billion package of foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies after months of turmoil on Capitol Hill. Congressional leaders pushed aside opposition from hard-right conservatives to complete the bill in a rare Saturday session. The whole package will go to the Senate, which could pass it as soon as Tuesday. Speaker Mike Johnson has put his job on the line and relied on Democratic support every step of the process. The four bills, to provide aid to Ukraine, Israel, Indo-Pacific allies and a measure dealing with TikTok were all overwhelmingly approved. President Joe Biden has promised to sign the package.
Tennessee Congressman David Kustoff released the following statement regarding his vote for the national security supplemental package in the House of Representatives:
“Today, the House of Representatives voted to send emergency assistance to Israel, the Indo-Pacific, and Ukraine, and to strengthen our national security. President Biden’s failed leadership has created chaos around the world. Russia, China, and Iran have formed a new axis of evil to threaten democracy and wreak havoc among the United States and our allies. There are no easy solutions to address all the geopolitical threats facing the world today. America’s investment will support our allies and show strength on the world stage.”
