WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – Ukraine’s supporters on Capitol Hill are trying to build pressure as they work to get more U.S. aid to the embattled nation.

“It’s dire, so we need to pass it soon,” Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas.) said. 

Last month the Senate passed a $95 billion package to send help to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan but House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) hasn’t brought it up for a vote yet. 

“It is time for the House to take up the Senate passed national security supplemental and finish the job,” Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) said. 

House Republicans are split on the issue. Some say the U.S. shouldn’t spend more money on a foreign conflict. 

Others, like Congressman McCaul, argue it is critically important to continue supporting Ukraine. 

“It is in our national security interest. We can’t afford to let Putin roll over Ukraine,” McCaul said. 

Senator Mark Warner (D-Va.) says if the U.S. doesn’t send more aid, the conflict could escalate. 

“We could have Americans in harm’s way or in combat if we don’t stop Putin now in Ukraine,” Warner said. 

There is an effort in the House to force a vote with what’s called a ‘discharge petition.’ That could allow lawmakers to go over Speaker Johnson’s head to bring the bill to the floor. 

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.)  is urging Republicans to sign onto their effort to do that. 

“Partner with us to do the right thing,” Jeffries said. 

He wants to see the House vote on the bill before Congress leaves town next Friday for a 2-week recess. 

“It’s reckless to do otherwise,” Jeffries said. 

McCaul argues a forced vote is not the best way forward. 

“I don’t think that is in our best interest. I think that undermines the speaker’s authority,” McCaul said. 

Though, supporters warn time is running out. 

“The sooner it is brought to the floor the better,” Warner said.