Senate approves $95.3B foreign aid bill
OAN’s Sani Unutoa
10:45 AM – Tuesday, February 13, 2024
The Senate has passed the $95 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan.
The bill was approved in the upper chamber on Tuesday morning in a 70-to-29 vote.
It includes $60 billion to support Ukraine in its war with Russia.
It also provides $14 billion in military assistance for Israel, $9 billion in humanitarian aid for Gaza, and nearly $5 billion for Taiwan.
22 Republicans voted in favor of the bill, including Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.).
However, the majority of Republicans opposed the package. Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) stated that America should take care of America’s problems first.
Senate Majority leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) praised the bill’s passage in the Senate.
This sets up a showdown in the House, where the bill faces an uphill battle.
House GOP leaders, including Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), said the won’t even consider the bill because it does not include border security provisions.
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Senate Passes $95 Billion Foreign Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
On Tuesday morning, the Senate approved a $95 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a vote of 70-to-29. This package includes $60 billion to support Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia, $14 billion in military assistance for Israel, $9 billion in humanitarian aid for Gaza, and nearly $5 billion for Taiwan.
Notably, 22 Republicans, including Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), voted in favor of the bill. However, the majority of Republicans opposed it, with Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) stating that America should prioritize its own problems before providing aid to other countries.
This Senate passage sets the stage for a showdown in the House of Representatives, where the bill is expected to face significant challenges. House GOP leaders, including Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), have stated that they will not consider the bill due to its lack of provisions for border security.
It is evident that the bill has received contentious debate and months of negotiations in the Senate, reflecting the deep division within Congress regarding international aid and domestic priorities. While some lawmakers argue that providing assistance to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan is vital for maintaining national security and promoting democracy, others believe that it is more important to focus on addressing domestic issues.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) celebrated the bill’s passage, describing it as historic and consequential. However, its fate in the House remains uncertain, highlighting the ongoing polarization and challenges faced by lawmakers in reaching consensus on critical issues.
It is now up to the House of Representatives to decide the future of this foreign aid package. With both sides firmly entrenched in their positions, the outcome is uncertain. As the debate rages on, it becomes increasingly essential for lawmakers to find common ground and prioritize the best interests of the nation in their decision-making process.
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