U.S. Senate PASSES $95B Aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan - The Truth

The Senate early Tuesday passed (70-29) a $95.3 billion foreign aid bill with assistance for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. The vote came after a small group of Republicans opposed to the $60 billion for Ukraine held the Senate floor through the night. 22 Republicans voted along with nearly all Democrats in favor of the package. In the House, many Republicans have opposed the aid and are unlikely to cross Trump, but some key GOP lawmakers have signaled they will push to get it passed.
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[@drychaf]

Thanks for the updates and explanations. I've been appreciating your contributions for a while now and have just subscribed.

[@kentabler290]

johnson

[@rffromusa8319]

Micro Johnson needs to be replaced now

[@paulyoung4422]

The Senate was never the problem.

[@jennifercosham9735]

I was one of the Ukraine Rally DC folks at the corner of Constitution and Delaware. We plan to move over to the House side now.

[@SomethingBlonde]

Great I🤗🇺🇦✨🇺🇸

[@irenes.2807]

Thank you for all your support! 💙🫂🥰🖖

[@obi-juan3295]

Thanks for the update Merc. Praying the next time you cover this it passes the House 🙏💙💛

[@thecarpasian]

I really don't understand how any republican can actually stand face with their voters. There lack of spine and moral compass is so far off whack. Great update Merc

[@MsTwister57]

To be fair, these isolationists are from the Trump cult. Not every Republican is like them, although it may seem that way since they've been overtaken by the big mouths of the far right. I was Reagan Republican since 1978. Now Independent after 40+ yrs. There is no party for me at the moment

[@SomethingBlonde]

Seriously. It is so embarrassing. 🙈

[@ashscott6068]

well, MAGA is entirely pro ruZZia. But republican voters at least support israel...no mattter what. And many of them support Ukraine

[@kaltenburg2637]

I'm a happy republican... but I also don't understand how half of my party ... or more.... oppose aid to Ukraine. I get the using it as leverage for border issues, but come on. The time is now to get more aid to Ukraine.

[@DianaDeLuna]

I'm praying that the next 2 weeks will see Moscow Mike Johnson unseated as speaker. He's too tiny for that chair.

[@camilove318]

🙏

[@satorarepo744]

Mikro Johnson has gotta go

[@SandyWolf-]

Nailed it!

[@jeanettebrannstrom2320]

Well Mike Johnson och Donald Trump has achieved something few Americans has, to become the most hated men in Europe! Right next to Hitler and Putin. It will probably end up in our history books to. I feel with the American people because your future dosent look good with those typ of people in the politics. They say that they work for the people and that are the biggest lies. I do hope that the majority of the American people realize this in the election. Stay safe, Stay strong, fight for democracy and freedom! 💙🇺🇦🇸🇪💛

[@tracey6]

Little Johnson is kind of a connotation in England 😅 like saying little willy politely 😂

[@theresam7953]

Thanks for the update. Glad to hear Rand stopped talking long enough to vote. 😂

[@raimobrunning3657]

Do the right thing vote blue 💙

[@SomethingBlonde]

Yuuuuup 💙

[@Dankster88]

Thanks for the update, MERC! LFG on to the house...get it done!🇺🇸 🇺🇦 🇺🇸 🇺🇦 🇺🇸 🇺🇦 Slava Ukraine-Heroyam Slava 🇺🇦

[@SomethingBlonde]

💙💙💛💛🇺🇦🤗✨🇺🇸

[@pidginmac]

Thanks for the follow-up

[@SomethingBlonde]

Thanks, Merc. The filibusters were ridiculous and full of lies. People should listen to what was said, though I’m thankful for the ones that voted for it. I hope everyone is putting pressure on their representatives in the House. This is so important. The world is watching. 🇺🇦🤗🇺🇸

[@barbaramassey3787]

Now the fight to bring it to a vote in the House. There is a way.

[@emkon11]

Ukraine Can And Will 💙💛💙💛💙💛💙💛

[@BrandyF2]

Growing up in the US, it was always Rupublicans who led the way regarding US military strength with not only our allies, but also those who opposed us and our Democracy. Thanks for the mini update vids. ♥️🇺🇦🤝🇺🇲💪

[@ckcnj9175]

We are no longer living in the past & its now up to the Democrats to save democracy.

[@Galatian1]

And look at your precious GOP now........nothing but lying cowards who betray our allies.

[@Vbluevital]

The Republicans almost always led the way down the wrong path. Know your history.

[@ckcnj9175]

Johnson will kill it. The question is Will Republicans in the House find the balls to remove Johnson & vote for Jeffries as Speaker, to get this resolved?

[@MutatedPizzaBoi]

The Republicans put him in there to make Putin win.

[@SomethingBlonde]

There are a couple things that can be done. Let’s see what happens.

[@dougkresl7538]

Supposedly, the House can force a vote on the Senate bill and get around Speaker Mike Johnson, BUT they will need some moderate GOP/Ukraine supporters to help force the vote. Keep an ear out for talk on a "Discharge Petition" in the House.

[@DianaDeLuna]

Mike "Shiny Happy People" Lee. He'd sell us all out to the gulag for more fame & clicks.

[@Elmar_Hess]

Isn't there a special election for a seat in the House today to replace the liar George Santos ? Could be that the republican majority in the House will be even smaller then. Maybe a good time to try to replace Johnson as speaker.

[@kevinwooldridge8261]

Down the hall... MAGA Mike gfy 🤬 and VPDFO 🇺🇸🤝🇺🇦💪

[@hanswurst3530]

We can do more than just wait. Contact your MP and tell them what you think about a possible blockade. We are the people.

[@bevgroves8062]

Great update Andrew, thanks so much 🙏❤️ Bless the Ukrainians, their patience and polite gratitude breaks my heart 😢💙💛🇺🇦

[@RIO4LIFE]

This is INSANE

[@yvonnewey]

Thank you for the update Merc👍🇺🇦Slava Ukraini🇺🇦🔱🇺🇦

[@KathySoCal]

Thanks Merc! I hope they can circumvent Johnson and get this voted through!

[@seedlessgreen1780]

Finally!🎉

[@TheLudders13]

Finally? Why tf we sending money to other countries. It’s bs

[@xoxomanuel]

@@TheLudders13 you do not send money, russian bot. USA send weapons and amunnition.

[@Shibalove9454]

@@xoxomanuelWell said my friend! The bot infestation is to be expected considering how much Trump & his partner Putler need to win this upcoming election. 😆🤣😂 Fat chance of that happening! 👍🏼🤨💪🏼Slava Ukraini💙💛

[@ginniemess]

​@@TheLudders13the only thing you're sending is second hand embarrassment to those that are reading this nonsense

[@TheLudders13]

@@xoxomanuel I’m not a bot. But you should stop embarrassing yourself. Our country is in the toilet and sending more money to Ukraine and wherever else. Thanks alot Biden. Way to “build back better”

[@claymcdaniel7841]

About damn time! Thanks for the update Merc 👋

[@darthfred2864]

Write your Congress critters in the House.

[@TheNicky12882]

Thanks mate slava Ukraine 🇺🇦 👍

[@1justme]

Thanks very much for the update my dear. Fingers crossed for a good outcome. If not, it looks like we're going to have to prepare for the worst because we can't standby and just watch anymore. 😢 much love ❤️ 🇬🇧🫂🇺🇦✊️

[@evied6963]

Thanks for the update, Andrew. I'm sure you know by now that @arturrehi is in Minneapolis. It would be great if you two could meet up while he is there. ❤ Slava Ukraini! 💙💛🇺🇦💙💛

[@racheldobbs2028]

It's About time! Now, onto the House and I'm praying that it can get through!! Slava Ukraini 🙏. Good update, Andrew 😊

[@jeannewatkins4074]

All they have to do is threaten Mike Johnson speakership.

[@Joyful_Creations]

Thank you for the update. 😊

[@kevinshuffield7314]

This is the start of good news but mike johnson wont let it pass at all costs...Vote Blue!

[@camillamattsson7235]

Cant they dont kick this Mike out???

[@vaevictis6990]

Unfortunately he has a dozen pro Russia Reps backing him and the other 99% of GOP are spineless, pathetic scum who just do Trumps bidding

[@MsTwister57]

Someone said the only reason he's not kicked out yet is because nobody wants that POS job. Can you just imagine have both Trump and MAGA clowns threatening you at every turn if you don't obey their demands? Coercion and fear and no spine is what I see happening. All stemming from the Thug that wants to be Dictator

[@vickikirby1352]

Thank you Andrew for the update 💙💛🇺🇦❤🙏🇺🇸🌻

[@louishysmith6015]

Thanks Merc. Slava Ukraine

[@east_coast_ceo1070]

BIDENS USA 🇺🇸 FINALLY WORKING 💪

[@bradsovie7000]

Well, that’s a good sign 61 billion for Ukraine 14 billion for Israel and chump change for Taiwan

[@stevvenbates2897]

Thank goodness, it's about time

[@r1chardhtube]

Speaker Johnson must go - what has happened to USA - protector of the democratic world, those were the days!!

[@nurabusnaq6367]

Could be tomorrow that 400,000 improved Russians is reached

[@stevecancer01]

Trump for prison 2024

[@bdawg4231]

You do know he's going to win the election, right? lol

[@thomhansenmesquitetx.213]

Thanks for the shorts, nice job.

[@axelpro09]

It's 20 time senate pass.

[@swguide9155]

that so great news passed UA

[@Nononsense99]

I can't wait to see Mike Johnson get ousted.

[@chrisconny2285]

👍👍 Hey Merc, have you spoken to Artur ? He's in your neck of the woods

[@aaronharvey6992]

Unfortunately, this will die in the house. Trump will order it to fail.

[@sujac664]

Excellent report, thanks Merc 👍🏽

[@stevenjohns-savage7024]

Pffft 😊. If there against it you wonder if they've been influenced by the Rat😊. Prepare 😊. Stand strong 💪

[@SantiSomchay]

Thanks for the update this great news.

[@nurabusnaq6367]

That filibuster was stupid.

[@Mrbuckaroonie..]

Well done USA. Leading by Example.

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[@irenes.2807]

See if you can join up with Artur while he's nearby...😉Great update btw.🥰🖖

[@chasemccall391]

Now let’s hope it goes to the house to get it passed

[@duncanstewart6381]

Greetings. Thursday afternoon, the US House will adjourn until February 28, 2024.

[@helengrunow5094]

Nice news to wake up to. Slava Ukraini! 💙💛

[@jamesdouble07]

How can 1 man kill the bill America needs to sort Its politics out, same with the EU and NATO, singular shouldn't stop the many in democracies.

[@budajr19]

The money gates are open

[@jeffperteet2327]

Up all night serving their soviet benefactors

[@bradsovie7000]

Is that the most amount of money that Ukraine’s gotten so far is 60 billion from uncle Sam is a lot of money🎉

[@keithunderwood6205]

👍

[@revenanlone8974]

Do you thing thet speaker Johnson is ready to losse his job if he boycotts this?

[@kentabler290]

how do we get johnsao removed from his post. it sounds like he is a mouth piece for trump. and i say that as a republican that voted for trump twice, but not again

[@brianv1988]

60 billion that is a huge chunk of that Aid package hopefully most of it goes to the actual military for vehicles weapon systems and ammunition also probably training

[@vascodesena]

Mikey... you are free now... (... didn't need that hand of his anyways... makes a good trophy though).

[@vascodesena]

The budget comes up in March, imagine Mikey pulling the same routine and holding the entire economy of the world and this country hostage for his Mr. Polyp-- and give no reason as to how to keep it going, or stopped... Mikey is "hell bent"-- be helpful and guide him that way so he doesn't change his mind before he can say, "Oops!"...

[@elainekarlsson8384]

BeauTFC has a thing or two to say about the clown show in the House tonight 😂😂

[@Andrew_Clandestine]

I'm sorry I am not familiar with US politics. The Senate aid bill that was approved must still be voted on in Congress? Did it even need to go through the Senate in the first place? Jake Broe mentioned Congress could schedule a vote on Ukraine at any time.

[@Vbluevital]

Legislative bills and funding have to be approved by both houses to become public acts.

[@vascodesena]

No... pearly gates for Mike the Judas Johnson... the "other guy" calls him.

[@daveots]

Keep posting. You are waking up people. Watch Ukraine on Fire documentary

[@marielacharite-io5iq]

But with it pass congress?

[@alainlefebvre9860]

MAGA Mike will likely continue to support ruZZia and the orange menace. So, probably not. Lots of Ukrainian blood on his hands.

[@atldrab]

22 Republicans voted for, 26 against, nearly 50%. Can you now stop with the Republican bashing? Even 2 Democrats voted against. This isn't a party line vote by any stretch.

[@BarFlyChef]

#420 👍 GG Mercado, I'd write more, but am making Jambalaya for Fat Tuesday. Endurance for Ukraine!

[@fraankbyder8849]

👍👍👍❤🖖

[@NHill13]

Thank you for the update, Merc. Now to get it passed in the House. Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦💙💛💪

[@SomethingBlonde]

Heroyam slava. 🇺🇦✨ Hugs to you, my friend. 🤗

[@raimobrunning3657]

🇺🇦🇺🇦 HEROYAM SLAVA 🇺🇦🇺🇦❤️

[@nurabusnaq6367]

I am so glad the filibuster was broken. I’m still really angry with Rand Paul and Lindsey Graham

[@MsTwister57]

Lindsey Graham pisses me off the most. He's betrayed everyone with his 180°. Trump must really have some dirt on him.

[@nurabusnaq6367]

@@MsTwister57 It must involve children.

[@michaeljajan2571]

You're doing great with these vids Merc, I like getting the straight news then the commentary later on the stream.

[@millamulisha]

Vatnik Lee. 🤦‍♂️ Such a contrast to Romney, both from the same state…

[@nurabusnaq6367]

Romney has some core values, like don’t invade people.

[@dayneselove6971]

Now we need the house to approve

[@elizabeth_777]

Thank you Merc🇺🇦🔱🇺🇸

[@bill7243]

Stop the aggression, Stop Putin. 🇺🇦🌻🇳🇱

[@DirtySanchez333]

Thanks MERC 💙 💛 my fingers are crossed GG I like the shorts

[@bradsovie7000]

They sound a little salty about the 60 billion to Ukraine😂

[@i3lue]

There is a Special Election in NY CD3 for who will serve out the rest of George Santos' term, so there is some hope for an even slimmer majority in the House. There are a few other seats with Special elections coming up also. It's going to be an interesting few weeks with Primaries and these Special elections.

[@stormeaglegaming5395]

Finally

[@joerosa170]

Now we just need speaker johnson to put it on the floor for a vote. If that happens it will pass.

[@royroy3376]

It looks like we won't be able to trust America for nothing.

[@TankZappa]

💪🔱💙💛🌻

[@marielacharite-io5iq]

Why is he thanking them when congress won’t pass it?

[@alainlefebvre9860]

Because then there's more proof that MAGA House members don't care about national security. Don't get me started on the Southern border crisis the GOP has made worse.

[@corporalJade]

That's what I'm talking about..faith was strong. Slava Ukraine

[@merrily08]

Thank you for another great video, Merc! So happy this bill has passed its first hurdle!

[@tracey6]

Thanks

[@BenjaminVestergaard]

Now's the time to really put house reps under pressure.

[@ryanbarton9388]

Why bother, Johnson is going to block it anyhow.

[@Alan_Watkin]

thank you mate, so... time to sack the speaker then i think

[@rffromusa8319]

Passed at 5 AM 🤯 What a bag of tools. Talking so long the old dudes got to take a nap. 😂

[@acolyte8564]

Will Ukraine unlock the $60b at 400,000?

[@RenegadeWeedwater]

Thank you for the update

[@mike4480]

..Thanks for the update Andrew, even though I missed it,it’s great to catch up here…💙💛💙