GOP Infighting Over Ukraine Aid Package
The speaker of the House allowed a vote on a $95bn foreign aid package, causing divisions within the GOP over military support for Ukraine. Republican rightwingers are openly hostile to Ukraine, triggering infighting within the party.
Key Points
- Speaker of the House allowed a vote on a $95bn foreign aid package
- Republican rightwingers are triggering infighting within the party over military support for Ukraine
- Divisions within the GOP are likely to continue despite Saturday's vote on the aid package
Pros
- Providing aid to Ukraine is critically important
- The aid package contains support for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and other Pacific allies
Cons
- Republican divisions are causing internal conflict
- Some Republicans are openly hostile to Ukraine's cause