Don Bacon says ‘it’s possible’ that Johnson could lose speakership over Ukraine aid

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Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE) said it was “possible” that House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) could lose his position over Ukraine aid. 

Johnson has indicated he plans to bring aid for Ukraine to the floor after the House’s two-week recess. However, some House Republicans have remained staunchly opposed to passing any kind of aid for Ukraine without funding for border security as well.

When asked on NBC’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker on Sunday, Bacon said it was “possible” Johnson could lose his position over the issue.

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