The Trump administration is proposing drastic budget cuts to the State Department, potentially slashing its funding by nearly half, which could eliminate significant educational and cultural exchange programs like the Fulbright scholarship. An internal memo indicates the department may only receive $28.4 billion next fiscal year, dramatically lower than past allocations. These funding reductions have already affected current participants, causing issues with visas and promised stipends. The president's official budget proposal for fiscal year 2026 will be submitted to Congress, which holds ultimate control over funding decisions.
The Fulbright scholarship could be fully eliminated as part of the Trump administration's proposed budget cuts, potentially reducing the State Department's funding by almost half.
An internal memo suggested that the State Department and USAID might only have $28.4 billion to spend next fiscal year, a significant drop from previous funding levels.
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