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Volunteers are now tracking what's already been lost in the USAID freeze

A growing number of people and groups in the international development ecosystem have stepped forward to track the widespread impacts of the freeze on U.S. foreign aid

The Independent UK

Most Americans support U.S. foreign aid — even some Republicans

Exclusive: New poll shows that most Americans want the U.S. to continue providing aid abroad — even a quarter of Republicans. Few believe Trump is acting in their best interests.

The Independent UK

President Trump Criticizes Federal Judge's Ruling On Elon Musk

President Trump criticizes federal judge's ruling on Elon Musk and DOGE access to treasury systems, proposes redirecting foreign aid through State Departme...

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Trump Accuses South Africa of Discriminating Against Whites, Freezes Foreign Aid Until It Reforms Law

The Trump administration is prioritizing relocating White South Africans affected by the law despite the South African government denying any wrongdoing.

International Business Times

US-Funded Aid Work Halted, Humanitarian Programs Disrupted Worldwide

US-funded aid work faces disruptions globally due to a freeze on foreign aid, impacting humanitarian operations and critical services.

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Trump's Foreign Aid Cuts Could Strengthen Negotiating Position With Iran

President Trump's decision to cut foreign aid funding to Iran may impact negotiations, signaling a strategic approach.

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Lammy warns Trump’s foreign aid cuts could be ‘big strategic mistake’

David Lammy says ‘development remains a very important soft power tool’

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Trump’s foreign aid cuts could be ‘big strategic mistake’, says Lammy

Exclusive: Move allows China to further global influence, UK foreign secretary says on Ukraine visit

The Guardian - UK

Lammy warns US that foreign aid cuts could be ‘strategic mistake’

The Foreign Secretary said development ‘remains a very important soft power tool’.

Evening Standard

How much foreign aid does the UK give and how does that compare to other nations?

President Donald Trump recently decided to restrict US foreign aid but how much does the UK contribute?

Evening Standard

House Republicans Propose Rerouting Foreign Aid For Enhanced Deportation Efforts

House Republicans led by Rep. Andy Ogles propose repurposing frozen foreign aid funds for deportation efforts, sparking debate on immigration policy and na...

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Marco Rubio Emphasizes Importance Of Defending Foreign Aid Programs

Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirms US commitment to foreign aid and addresses concerns about the future of USAID in Guatemala meeting.

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Frozen USAID funding strands groups that support marginalized people in the Western Balkans

Many nongovernmental organizations in the Western Balkans have been left stranded after President Donald Trump abruptly froze foreign aid for three months

The Independent UK

Global aid in chaos as Trump proposes to slash funds and dismantle USAID

Three weeks into Donald Trump’s second presidency of the United States, the global aid sector is in disarray as Washington reviews its foreign aid policy to ensure it aligns with the America First agenda. Funds have been frozen or slashed while the USAID agency is being dismantled.

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Trump Administration's Freeze Of Foreign Aid Impacts Global Health Programs

Retired USAID officer expresses concerns over Trump administration's aid freeze, impacting vulnerable populations worldwide.

Latin Times

Funds Halted For Kenya-Led International Mission In Haiti As Part Of Trump's Freeze On Foreign Aid

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has warned that Port-au-Prince could fall without more support

The Guardian - AU

Australian foreign aid workers fear ‘deaths and suffering’ will result from Trump’s halt to USAid

The peak body for overseas aid organisations said without intervention the consequences of the president’s decision ‘will be catastrophic’

The Conversation

As Trump tries to slash US foreign aid, here are 3 common myths many Americans mistakenly believe about it

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House Republicans Push Trump's Foreign Aid Strategy

House Republicans defend Trump's foreign aid approach, criticize Biden's spending, and advocate for a review of aid programs.

The Conversation

In freezing foreign aid, the US leaves people to die – and allows China to come to the rescue

One of the executive orders US President Donald Trump signed the day he was inaugurated was a 90-day pause in US foreign development assistance.

The Independent UK

Marco Rubio tweet calling foreign aid 'critical' resurfaces as he talks about cutting USAID

‘We must make sure it is well spent, but it is less than 1 percent of budget & critical to our national security,’ Rubio said in 2017

The Conversation

USAid shutdown isn’t just a humanitarian issue – it’s a threat to American interests

The website for the United States Agency for International Development (USAid), the world’s biggest aid donor, has gone dark.

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Senator Rubio Defends Aid Waiver Amid Disruption Concerns

Senator Marco Rubio addresses concerns about aid organizations' disruption despite a waiver for foreign assistance, emphasizing clarity and compliance in l...

The Guardian - AU

What is USAid and why does Trump dislike it so much?

The US agency distributes tens of billions of dollars’ worth of aid every year and is a key tool to promote soft power around the world

International Business Times UK

Marco Rubio Takes Over USAID: How It Spent Millions on Foreign LGBTQ Programmes

Elon Musk, with Trump's backing, moves to shut down USAID, freezing billions in foreign aid and sparking controversy over taxpayer spending on LGBTQ initiatives.

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