Ukraine, Israel aid back on track as House pushes past hardliners toward weekend vote

By STEPHEN GROVES, LISA MASCARO and KEVIN FREKING
Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House is preparing to push a $95 billion national security aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies closer to passage. A key procedural vote to move ahead with the bill is set for Friday. House Speaker Mike Johnson has been making the rounds on conservative media working to salvage the wartime funding, particularly for Ukraine as it faces a critical moment battling Russia. His own job is also under threat as the restless right flank threatens to oust him from office. President Joe Biden sent a swift endorsement of the speaker’s plan. Final votes on the package are expected Saturday.