Republican Says He’s Received Commitment From Johnson to Hold Ukraine Vote

Any move by Mr. Johnson to bring a vote on such legislation could be met with a forced vote on the motion to vacate.

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) speaks at the Capitol in Washington on March 20, 2024. J. Scott Applewhite, File/AP Photo

Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) says he’s gotten a commitment from House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to hold a vote on supplemental assistance to Ukraine.

Ukraine has been a recurring issue during the 118th Congress, with many divisions breaking down along party lines. Several Republicans have called for limiting, auditing, or outright refusing additional aid to the Eastern European nation, while Democrats have largely been supportive of Ukraine.