Ukraine and Israel aid bills split Texans in Congress but not along party lines [Video]

April 20, 2024

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WASHINGTON — The U.S. House on Saturday passed foreign military and civilian aid legislation that was the subject of tortured negotiations during which two Texas Republicans led the opposing camps.

The House voted on four bills. Three will collectively provide nearly $100 billion in aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. Another sanctions U.S. adversaries and mandates TikTok be sold from its Chinese owner.

Most centrist Republicans and Democrats have pushed the legislation as essential for protecting U.S. interests and stability abroad. Hardline conservatives, though, bemoaned extended relief …