U.S. House of Representatives vote on Ukraine aid package
Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives voted against President Joe Biden’s demands for more funding for the war in Ukraine, prompting backlash from European leaders and figures. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte praised the approval of a new aid package for Ukraine. Former Belgian Prime Minister Guy Verhofstadt criticized Republicans as 'traitors' for opposing the aid package.
Key Points
- House Speaker Mike Johnson violated the 'Hastert Rule' to pass a $60 billion Ukraine aid bill
- European leaders praised the approval of the aid package
- Former Belgian Prime Minister Guy Verhofstadt criticized Republicans as 'traitors' for opposing the aid package
Pros
- Approval of aid package shows support for Ukraine against Russian aggression
Cons
- Division within the Republican party over the aid package