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U.S. House Set for Saturday Vote on $95 Billion Aid Package with Bipartisan Support

Apr 19, 2024, 04:10 PM

The U.S. House of Representatives is poised to approve a significant foreign aid package totaling $95 billion, aimed at supporting Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. This legislative effort has seen a rare bipartisan push, with Democrats joining Republicans to overcome opposition from conservative factions within the GOP. The aid package includes $10 billion in economic assistance to Ukraine, provisions for a loan, and the use of seized Russian assets for aid. It also includes security funding and additional measures such as sanctions against adversaries like Russia, China, and Iran. The House Rules Committee has already advanced the package, setting the stage for a full House vote expected on Saturday. This move comes after months of political stalemate and intense negotiations among congressional leaders.