The comprehensive aid package consists of four bills that will be voted on separately before being combined into one and sent to the Senate for approval.

The first three bills within the aid package aim to provide assistance to various regions facing critical challenges. These include $60.8 billion allocated to support Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia, $26.4 billion for Israel in their fight against Hamas and Iran, and $8.1 billion earmarked to address China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region. Furthermore, the aid package includes humanitarian aid for Gaza, which was a crucial requirement for securing Democratic support.

In a significant move, the House approved the fourth bill during a vote on Saturday, with a majority of 360 to 58 in favor. This bill not only allows for the sale of frozen assets of Russian oligarchs to fund future aid to Ukraine but also has the potential to impact the popular social media platform TikTok and authorize stricter sanctions on Russia, China, and Iran.

Lawmakers overwhelmingly supported the aid bill for allies in the Indo-Pacific, with a vote of 385 to 34 and one member voting present. The aid bill for Ukraine, however, faced more contention, resulting in a vote of 311 to 112 with one present. Speaker Johnson emphasized that by separating the bills, members were able to vote according to their conscience on each individual bill.

House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, introduced the aid package earlier this week after facing mounting pressure from both congressional leaders and the White House. The Senate had already passed a similar $95 billion aid package in February, which had been languishing in the House as Speaker Johnson deliberated its path forward. Throughout this process, Johnson has faced threats from a small group of Republicans who are opposed to providing further aid to Ukraine and instead advocate for border measures.

Johnson defended his decision to bring the aid package, particularly the Ukraine component, to a vote. He emphasized the critical importance of the aid in countering Russian aggression, based on classified briefings he received. Notably, he stated that operating out of fear regarding a motion to vacate would hinder his ability to effectively fulfill his duties as Speaker.

Although the rebellion against Johnson's leadership poses a risk to his position, Democrats may step in to support him if this group of hardliners successfully forces a vote. However, the timeline for such action remains uncertain as Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, one of the three Republican backers, has not provided any specifics.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, a Democrat from New York, expressed his intention to swiftly advance the aid package in the Senate once passed by the House. President Biden has indicated his willingness to sign it into law.

The current House vote on the $95 billion foreign aid package serves as a critical moment in assessing the support for much-needed assistance to various regions facing significant challenges.