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President Biden Calls on Congress to Pass Ukraine Aid in Appearance With Speaker Mike Johnson

President Biden used a joint appearance with Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Friday to urge lawmakers to pass assistance for Ukraine that faces an uncertain path forward in the House.

Biden, speaking at the annual Friends of Ireland luncheon to mark St. Patrick’s Day, expressed his appreciation for Ireland’s commitment to providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine during its war with Russia and to the people of Gaza amid the Israel-Hamas war.

“I’m committed to continuing to do our part,” Biden said to the room of bipartisan lawmakers, which included Johnson.

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