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State Department Completes Foreign Funding Review, Identifying 15,000 Grants Worth $60 Billion for Elimination

The Trump administration has conducted a thorough review of U. S. foreign aid, aiming to eliminate a significant portion of funding and streamline its foreign assistance programs. The review focuses on ensuring taxpayer dollars are used effectively in alignment with American interests.

1. Foreign Aid Cuts:

• The State Department identified nearly 15,000 grants, valued at $60 billion, for potential elimination. This includes over 9,100 grants from the State Department worth approximately $15. 9 billion and 5,800 grants from USAID totaling $54 billion, marking a drastic 92% reduction in USAID's spending.

2. Review Rationale:

• The push for these cuts aligns with the "America First" policy by prioritizing spending that advances U. S. safety, strength, and prosperity while eliminating programs that are seen as less beneficial.

3. Background on Previous Funding:

• Under the Biden administration, USAID funded numerous initiatives related to environmental justice, LGBTQI+ inclusivity, and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts overseas, drawing both support and criticism.

4. Legal Challenges and Court Orders:

• Some foreign aid groups and contractors have filed lawsuits to resume paused payments following the aid freeze. A D. C. judge ordered resumption of $2 billion in taxpayer-funded payments, leading to a temporary Supreme Court block as the situation is reviewed.

5. Goals of Reform:

• The administration aims to reform USAID by significantly reducing its workforce from around 10,000 to approximately 600 staff members. Current efforts include evaluating projects under the new criteria of national interest and security.

6. Waivers and Internal Tensions:

• Despite the cuts, career staff members at USAID have been able to submit waivers for programs they believe align with the administration’s goals. However, this has caused tensions within the agency.

7. Concerning Instances of Aid Mismanagement:

• Reports indicate past mismanagement, with funds allegedly funneled to groups with ties to terrorism and anti-Israel advocacy, raising concerns about oversight and control of foreign aid.

The Trump administration is undertaking a sweeping revision of foreign aid, aiming to prioritize American interests and reduce funding for programs deemed unnecessary. This initiative faces legal challenges, internal disagreements within USAID, and scrutiny regarding past practices of aid distribution. The outcome of these efforts will significantly impact U. S. foreign assistance strategies and relationships with recipient countries moving forward. 

https://freebeacon.com/trump-administration/state-department-completes-foreign-funding-review-identifying-15000-grants-worth-60-billion-for-elimination/

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