The Speaker of the US House of Representatives, Mike Johnson, has announced that the House will not consider a bill proposed by the Senate to provide aid to Ukraine. Despite expected support from both parties in the Senate, Johnson, who leads the Republican-controlled House, cited concerns about the bill's contents.
The proposed $95 billion aid package includes support for Israel's efforts against Hamas militants and assistance for Taiwan, a key strategic ally. However, the majority of the funding, $60 billion, is earmarked for Ukraine to replenish ammunition supplies and weapons as it continues its conflict into a third year.
The bill currently under consideration in the Senate does not address changes to US immigration policy, which has been a sticking point for House Republicans. Johnson emphasized the importance of addressing border security in any national security legislation.
Earlier versions of the bill, which included immigration provisions, faced opposition from Johnson and Senate Republicans. Despite bipartisan negotiations, those versions failed to advance.
Johnson's stance aligns with former President Donald Trump's position, who has urged rejection of the bill due to perceived weaknesses in immigration policies under President Joe Biden's administration.
While negotiations continue, the impasse highlights divisions within the Republican Party and the significance of immigration as a key issue leading up to the elections.
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