Senate Advances $95 Billion Foreign Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan

Despite opposition from conservatives, the bill now heads for a floor vote expected later this week.

The U.S. Capitol in Washington on Feb. 7, 2024. Jose Luis Magana/AP Photo

The Senate on Feb. 11 moved closer to advancing a foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan over opposition from conservative Republicans who say the U.S.–Mexico border should be secured before funds are given to overseas partners.

In a 67–27 vote, the $95.3 billion package moved a step closer to a final floor vote in the upper chamber, which is expected to occur later this week. If the bill is eventually passed by the full Senate, it would next go to the House.