Senate Advances Bill On Aid To Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan

NBC News reports:

The Senate voted Thursday afternoon to proceed to a stripped-down bill that would provide aid to Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan, one day after Republicans in the chamber rejected a bipartisan border security and foreign aid bill.

The vote of 67-32 means the Senate can begin consideration of the $95 billion package, although the next steps are uncertain and it’s not yet clear it will the votes for final passage in the chamber.

While nearly all Democrats favor passage, Senate Republicans are divided on whether to approve the bill or filibuster it. They held a morning meeting to discuss their options and potential demands for amendments to wrap up passage speedily.

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67-32: Senate votes to advance $95B foreign aid package without border provisions included. 60 votes were needed. 17 Republicans voted Yes. pic.twitter.com/wsX6lKo78E

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