The Trump administration is advancing a sweeping plan to restructure U.S. foreign aid, according to a leaked internal memo obtained by Reuters. The proposal envisions dismantling much of USAID and creating a narrower, rebranded agency—the U.S. Agency for International Humanitarian Assistance—focused solely on disaster relief, global health, and food security. Key programs related to democracy promotion, women’s rights, and religious freedom would be transferred to the State Department. This shift reflects a broader effort by the administration to align aid spending with U.S. geopolitical interests and reduce support for initiatives viewed as “politically oriented.” The memo also argues the current aid model is inefficient and fosters long-term dependency. Over 80% of USAID grants have already been terminated, sparking disruption across global humanitarian efforts. Read more here.
Source: Reuters
