Trump Suspends Global Aid, Sparking Humanitarian Concerns

The US has frozen nearly all foreign assistance following an executive order by President Trump, effective immediately. Secretary of State Marco Rubio directed diplomatic posts to halt aid except for emergency food and military financing for Israel and Egypt. 

The freeze affects billions in funding, including health, education, and development programs, leaving global humanitarian organizations reeling. 

Critics warn this decision jeopardizes lifesaving initiatives like HIV treatment and pandemic prevention. Rubio defended the move, stating aid must align with American interests, adding that a 90-day review will determine the future of existing programs. 

InterAction, an NGO alliance, called the suspension a disruption to critical global efforts, accusing the administration of undermining US leadership. Congressional Democrats expressed concern over the freeze’s impact on conflict zones like Gaza and Ukraine. 

Despite bipartisan support for initiatives like PEPFAR and PMI, Trump’s order claims foreign aid often opposes US values. Humanitarian groups have urged the administration to reconsider, highlighting the dire consequences of halting aid.  

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