The US State Department faces a significant review that could lead to termination of almost all grants under the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL), affecting $1.3 billion in assistance aimed at pro-democracy efforts in repressive countries. The recommendation suggests cutting around 80% of current foreign assistance, retaining only a pair of programs in China and Yemen. Additionally, a young adviser's recommendation to repurpose Congress-allocated funds for controversial initiatives highlights a shift in foreign aid strategies reflective of the current administration's priorities.
The US state department's grants supporting pro-democracy programs may end, ceasing nearly all funding to democratic movements in oppressive regimes.
Of 391 active grants, only two were recommended to not be cut, affecting crucial programs in China and Yemen.
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