The Senate early Tuesday passed a bill that includes billions of dollars for Ukraine and Israel in their wartime efforts, though its final approval is far from certain amid opposition from House GOP leadership.
Twenty-two Republicans voted in favor of the measure, which also includes funds for humanitarian aid in conflict zones like Gaza.
Supporters of the package have emphasized the aid is desperately needed as Ukraine continues to battle Russian forces nearly two years after the country’s invasion.
Republicans certainly aren’t united behind the standalone foreign aid package, either.
Still, Schumer remained optimistic about the package’s future, hoping the bipartisan support in the Senate will pressure the House to act.
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