House Lawmakers Push for Ukraine Aid Amid Congressional Gridlock
A bipartisan group of House members introduces a bill linking Ukraine aid to border security, facing opposition from both sides.
- House lawmakers are pressuring Speaker Mike Johnson to advance aid to Ukraine, citing national and global security concerns.
- A bipartisan bill proposes linking military aid for Ukraine to changes in immigration policy, aiming to garner enough support in a divided Congress.
- The bill's progress is threatened by opposition from both Republicans and Democrats, with former President Trump and House conservatives opposing any new Ukraine aid.
- A discharge petition is being considered as a last resort to force a vote on the bill, despite its uncertain success.
- The bill excludes humanitarian aid for Gaza, sparking criticism from Democrats and complicating bipartisan support.