"US Lawmaker Mike Johnson Plans to Advocate for Aid to Israel and Ukraine Amid Escalating Conflict"
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House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to push for aid to Israel and Ukraine this week, facing pressure from both GOP lawmakers and the urgent need to support US allies. The $95 billion supplemental package, including support for Ukraine, Israel, and allies in Asia, has been delayed for two months. Johnson is working to advance the aid package, which also includes humanitarian aid for civilians in Ukraine and Gaza, and funding to replenish US weapons provided to Taiwan. The divided dynamic has forced Johnson to try to stitch together a package that has some policy wins for Republicans while also keeping Democrats on board.
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