The US House of Representatives defied internal discord to approve more than $61 billion in military aid for Ukraine, alongside funding for other key allies such as Israel and Taiwan. The vote, which commenced ahead of schedule, saw 210 Democrats and 101 Republicans supporting the measure, while 112 Republicans dissented.
The passage of the bill comes after months of deadlock and intense debate within the GOP, with Republican Speaker Mike Johnson facing resistance from his own party, particularly from far-right members opposed to increased spending on Ukraine's defense. Johnson's strategic maneuvering, including breaking up the package into separate bills, paved the way for bipartisan support on critical issues.
