US Senate Extends Session to Address Border and Ukraine Aid Talks

The US Senate will vote on military aid for Ukraine and Israel next week, with negotiations ongoing regarding changes to US border security policy that would be tied to the funding. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that the Senate will delay its holiday break to allow time for negotiators to reach an agreement. President Joe Biden has been urging lawmakers to pass a supplemental aid package of $50 billion for Ukraine and $14 billion for Israel. Republicans have insisted on pairing the aid with new controls for the US-Mexico border. Any deal reached in the Senate would also require approval from the Republican-controlled House before becoming law. Some senators from both parties have expressed concerns, with negotiations still ongoing.