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House Advances $8 B Ukraine Aid Over Trump’s Veto Threat

6/4/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The House passed a motion that lets an $8 billion Ukraine aid bill move forward despite President Donald Trump’s opposition.
The motion passed 218-204 with six Republicans joining Democrats.
Rep. Gregory Meeks introduced the bill, providing $8 billion for military aid, extending Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative to 2027, and adding sanctions and reconstruction funding.
Russia launched its largest recent missile and drone attack, killing dozens and injuring over a hundred Ukrainians.

History

Historical Context

In 2014, after Russia annexed Crimea, the United States and NATO approved a $1 billion security assistance package for Ukraine. By 2020 the aid had begun supplying weapons and training Ukrainian forces. In 2024, the House, led by Rep. Gregory Meeks, passed an $8 billion aid bill despite President Trump’s veto threat, echoing the 2014 precedent.

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Story summary

The House passed a motion that lets an $8 billion Ukraine aid bill move forward despite President Donald Trump’s opposition.
The motion passed 218-204 with six Republicans joining Democrats.
Rep. Gregory Meeks introduced the bill, providing $8 billion for military aid, extending Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative to 2027, and adding sanctions and reconstruction funding.
Russia launched its largest recent missile and drone attack, killing dozens and injuring over a hundred Ukrainians.

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