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The Daily
The Growing Republican Battle Over War Funding
Nov 7, 2023
Catie Edmondson, a congressional correspondent for The New York Times, delves into the chaotic landscape of war funding in Washington. She discusses the internal rift within the Republican Party, with Speaker Mike Johnson opposing aid for Ukraine while pushing for support to Israel. The lingering impact of public skepticism on military expenditures is revealed, complicating legislative priorities. Edmondson highlights the potential consequences for U.S. allies and the political strategies needed amidst this contentious funding debate.
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- The delay in aid to Israel is a result of the larger political battle over funding Ukraine's war within the Republican Party.
- Republicans are increasingly questioning the idea of American leadership and foreign intervention, leading to opposition to funding Ukraine.
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Partisan divisions delay emergency aid to Israel
Despite a close alliance, Congress has yet to send emergency aid to Israel a month after the attack. Partisanship has played a role in the delay, with a heavily partisan bill for Israel funding introduced in the House being dead on arrival in the Senate. However, the delay in aid to Israel can be attributed to the larger political battle over funding Ukraine's war. President Biden tied the funding for both countries together in his speech, emphasizing the importance of aiding allies and standing up to tyrants and terrorists. However, funding Ukraine has become politically divisive among House Republicans, who see it as an unnecessary expense and are more focused on America's needs. The divide within the Republican Party complicates efforts to continue sending aid to Ukraine and has implications for Israel's aid as well.
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