Biden backs $95B aid package for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan

The Associated Press April 17, 2024, 11:00 PM UTC

President Biden supports a $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan proposed by Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson. The package includes $61 billion for Ukraine, $26 billion for Israel, and $8 billion for Indo-Pacific allies. Johnson faces opposition from his party's right flank but aims to pass the aid with bipartisan support. The House is expected to vote on the package this weekend.


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