Senate Republicans Block Bipartisan Border Deal and Foreign Aid Package

Senate Republicans blocked a bipartisan border deal and foreign aid package, including assistance for Ukraine and Israel, in a key vote following pressure from former President Donald Trump. The outcome leaves aid for Ukraine and Israel in jeopardy, with lawmakers facing increasing pressure to pass foreign aid on its own. Senators are engaged in urgent talks to reach an agreement, but the process could take many hours. Democrats have expressed outrage at Republicans for opposing the border deal, while some Republicans have criticized the bill directly and argued for more time to consider, debate, and amend it.