Senate Bill Spells Big Changes

The US Senate introduces an $118 billion bill after bipartisan negotiations, allocating $60 billion for Ukraine's defense, $14 billion for Israel, and funds for Taiwan and humanitarian aid in Gaza. The bill faces significant contention due to the $20 billion designated for overhauling border policies, which includes hiring more officers, adding Border Patrol agents, and tightening asylum screenings. The expedited asylum process limits eligibility, requires detention during the waiting period, and could shut down the border if crossings reach a specified average. Democrats find the bill too restrictive, while Republicans see it as not strict enough. The fate of the bill remains uncertain, with a Senate vote expected soon, amid House Republicans considering an alternative aid package for Israel. What's in the bipartisan Senate package to aid Ukraine, secure U.S. border Senators unveil bipartisan bill to impose tougher asylum and border laws Senators Release Border Deal to Unlock Ukraine Aid, but Fate Remains Uncertain - The New York Times