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The Growing Republican Battle Over War Funding

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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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INSIGHT

Unusual Partisan Divide

  • Aid to Israel is typically uncontroversial.
  • Now, it's entangled with the debate over Ukraine funding.
INSIGHT

Delayed Aid Reflects Political Tension

  • Congress hasn't sent aid to Israel a month after the war began.
  • The delay reflects the political tension surrounding Ukraine funding.
ANECDOTE

Biden Links Israel and Ukraine Aid

  • President Biden linked aid for Israel and Ukraine in an Oval Office address.
  • He argued supporting both is crucial for demonstrating American leadership.
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