Defunded Aid Programs Are Asked by Trump Administration to Prove Their Value, on a Scale of 1 to 5
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The Trump administration's decision to terminate almost all foreign aid contracts has thrown aid organizations into disarray, as recent surveys inquire about these programs' alignment with national interests. Since the January 20 executive order freezing aid, many organizations have completely laid off staff and ceased operations. The recent distribution of the Foreign Assistance Review questionnaires adds to their challenges, as deadlines for submission are approaching while many involved have no personnel left to respond. This disruption has affected critical humanitarian assistance efforts, creating uncertainty about the restoration and future of these programs.
The Trump administration’s recent termination of nearly all foreign aid contracts has disrupted countless aid programs, leading to staff layoffs and project closures as they await new funding guidelines.
The chaos surrounding the foreign aid review has resulted in many organizations losing their funding and staff, complicating their efforts to respond to a sudden questionnaire on project alignment with U.S. national interests.
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