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Speaker Johnson's $60 Billion Ukraine Aid Faces GOP Backlash

3/3/2025

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Speaker Mike Johnson navigated a political minefield before advocating for over $60 billion in aid to Ukraine, risking his standing with the hard-right faction of his party. Initially committed to supporting Kyiv against Russian aggression, Johnson's position has since evolved, reflecting a growing Republican alignment with Trump’s preference for closer relations with Putin.

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Speaker Mike Johnson navigated a political minefield before advocating for over $60 billion in aid to Ukraine, risking his standing with the hard-right faction of his party. Initially committed to supporting Kyiv against Russian aggression, Johnson's position has since evolved, reflecting a growing Republican alignment with Trump’s preference for closer relations with Putin.