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House Speaker Mike Johnson Secures Crucial Ukraine Aid Amid GOP Infighting

Despite facing threats of ouster from hardline Republicans, Speaker Mike Johnson successfully navigated a divided House to pass a $61 billion aid package for Ukraine.

  • House Speaker Mike Johnson managed to secure $61 billion in aid for Ukraine, overcoming significant opposition from within his own party.
  • Johnson's leadership was challenged by hardline Republicans, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who threatened to oust him over his handling of the aid package.
  • The aid package included funding for Ukraine, Taiwan, and Israel, but faced delays and opposition from both hardline Republicans and some Democrats.
  • Democrats played a crucial role in passing the aid package, with some expressing willingness to save Johnson's speakership in exchange for legislative concessions.
  • The internal GOP conflict highlights the challenges Johnson faces in managing a narrow majority and the increasing influence of hardline conservative factions.
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