Trump Signs Major Aid Bill, Skips Climate Funds
#USForeignAid #ClimateFundingGapThe US passed a $51.4 billion foreign aid package, a $20bn increase over Trump's request. It boosts global health and humanitarian funding but excludes dedicated climate crisis finance, drawing criticism from NGOs. read more
Majority of Americans Support U.S. Foreign Aid, Question Trump's Policies
#USforeignaid #TrumpadministrationA poll revealed that most Americans, including a quarter of Republicans, support U.S. foreign aid, disagreeing with Trump's recent freeze on USAID. Republicans largely back the funding freeze, but Democrats strongly support foreign aid, with many doubting Trump's actions. read more
US Aid Freeze in Latin America Raises Concerns Over Security
#USforeignaid #LatinAmericaMigrationThe Trump administration's suspension of all US foreign aid programs may heighten violence in Latin America, leading to increased migration. Humanitarian organizations aiding thousands affected by violence in Colombia and aiding Venezuelan migrants integrating into Colombian society have been paralyzed. read more
US Secretary of State Halts Most Foreign Aid, Exempts Israel/Egypt
#MarcoRubio #USForeignAidMarco Rubio at the state department ordered a halt to most US foreign aid, except to Israel and Egypt, citing consistency with Trump's agenda. The memo will review all new awards and extensions, impacting countries like Ukraine. read more
#MikeJohnson #USForeignAid
Mike Johnson, the House speaker, refuses to resign amid Republican backlash over the US aid package for Ukraine and allies, labelling himself a "wartime speaker." He prepares to rely on Democrats to pass the aid, leading to internal GOP tensions and a potential ouster threat. read more