House Passes Bill Authorizing New Ukraine Aid, Russia Sanctions
Lawmakers voted 226–195 to pass the bill, dubbed the Ukraine Support Act.
TL;DR
- The U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass the Ukraine Support Act on June 4.
- The bill authorizes $8 billion in loans for Ukraine and NATO allies to buy new weapons and military equipment.
- The legislation also directs a range of sanctions against Russia.
- The vote count was 226–195 in favor of the bill.
- House Republican leadership opposes the bill, preferring further White House coordination.
- This is the first major bill for Ukraine aid during President Trump's second term.