House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said the House would address Ukraine aid this week. Now it’s next week, more than two months after the Senate Ukraine aid bill passed 70-29, with 22 Republican votes. The time for action was months ago. Every day Johnson delays means more Ukrainians die, and every Ukrainian death brings Russian President Vladimir Putin closer to NATO’s doorstep and American troops closer to combat in Europe.

The time for Johnson’s self-preserving politics is also long past. If the House Speaker brings Ukraine aid to the floor, he’ll face a right-wing rebellion and possibly the end of his speakership. He should do it anyway.

Having visited Kyiv for two days last week, I can attest that our support is crucial, now.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr........

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