House of Representatives to Consider Standalone Bill Providing Aid to Israel This Week

The House of Representatives is set to consider a standalone bill this week that would provide aid to Israel, according to House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La. Johnson expressed confidence that the measure would pass with bipartisan support, despite President Joe Biden’s call for a broader package that would also include aid to Ukraine.

In an interview on Fox News’ “Sunday Morning Futures,” Johnson said, “We care a lot about the security of Israel, and we want to make sure that they have the support that they need.” He added that the situation in Israel takes “immediate attention” and that the House will address other national security threats facing the United States.

Biden has asked Congress for $106 billion in aid, including for Ukraine, Israel, the border, and countering China. Senator J.D. Vance, a Republican from Ohio, discussed the issue on Oct. 29, 2023, saying that he was surprised that the issue he was talking the most about was not the U.S. border.

The standalone bill for aid to Israel is expected to be considered this week in the House. It is unclear at this time if the Senate will consider a similar measure. If passed, the bill would provide much needed support to Israel and could help to strengthen the U.S.-Israel relationship.