Biden Open to Meeting With GOP Speaker on Ukraine Aid, Criticizes House Republicans' Inaction

As Congress faces critical funding deadlines, President Biden expresses willingness to negotiate on Ukraine aid package, while highlighting GOP's reluctance to support it.

President Joe Biden is open to meeting with House Speaker Mike Johnson to discuss the Ukraine aid package, despite previous rejections.
The Senate passed a $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, but it has been stalled in the House, led by Speaker Johnson.
Biden criticizes House Republicans for their inaction and for 'walking away from the threat of Russia' and NATO obligations.
The White House intensifies pressure on House Republicans, criticizing their recess and inaction on funding for Ukraine.
The death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny raises questions about the urgency of supporting Ukraine, with Biden considering additional sanctions against Russia.