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House passes new Ukraine aid package, with 18 Republicans bucking Trump

House passes new Ukraine aid package, with 18 Republicans bucking Trump

Summary

The Republican-controlled House approved a bill to provide military aid to Ukraine and impose sanctions on Russia. Eighteen Republicans and one Independent joined Democrats to pass the bill, showing some disagreement with President Trump’s foreign policy.

Key Facts

  • The House of Representatives is controlled by the Republican Party.
  • A bill was passed to give military help to Ukraine.
  • The bill also includes penalties against Russia. These penalties are called sanctions.
  • Eighteen Republicans voted for the bill, even though President Trump opposes it.
  • One Independent Representative from California, Kevin Kiley, also voted for the bill.
  • The bill had strong support from Democrats.
  • The vote shows some division within the Republican Party on foreign policy.
  • The bill’s passage is mostly symbolic but sends a message about U.S. support for Ukraine.
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