Republican Mike Johnson is set to lose the House speakership following the Democrats' sweeping midterm victory. Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries is poised to replace him in January 2027. Johnson delayed a major aid package for Ukraine for months in 2023 and 2024, although he eventually brought the $61 billion package to a vote. Jeffries has consistently supported aid to Ukraine and tougher sanctions on Russia. His expected speakership could change how aid legislation moves forward in Ukraine.

Republican Mike Johnson is set to lose the House speakership following the Democrats' sweeping midterm victory. Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries is poised to replace him in January 2027. Johnson delayed a major aid package for Ukraine for months in 2023 and 2024, although he eventually brought the $61 billion package to a vote. Jeffries has consistently supported aid to Ukraine and tougher sanctions on Russia. His expected speakership could change how aid legislation moves forward in Ukraine.