On Thursday, the US House of Representatives passed a significant bill aimed at aiding Ukraine and imposing sanctions on the Russian economy, with a vote of 226-195. This legislative action marks a clear break from former President Donald Trump's approach to the ongoing war. Sponsored by Democratic Representative Gregory Meeks, the bill allocates over $1 billion for security and reconstruction efforts in Ukraine, alongside an additional $8 billion in defense loans. The passage was facilitated by a discharge petition, allowing members to bypass leadership and reflect a sense of urgency regarding the situation in Ukraine. Meeks argued that the legislation would empower Ukraine in negotiations against Russia, countering fears of a detrimental deal. While the majority of Republicans opposed the measure, some, like Representative Don Bacon, broke ranks to support it, emphasizing the moral imperative of standing with Ukraine. Supporters hope this action will pressure the Senate to consider similar measures, although they acknowledge that gaining Trump's endorsement will be crucial for Senate approval.