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Trump's Aid Freeze Puts Thousands of Projects at Risk

3/9/2025

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The Trump administration's freeze on foreign aid funding has thrown numerous projects into uncertainty. Staff are now grappling with a survey demanding justification for their work, focusing on national security priorities like curbing illegal immigration and sidelining climate initiatives. This shift has created confusion, jeopardizing thousands of vital aid programs and the livelihoods of dedicated staff.

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The Trump administration's freeze on foreign aid funding has thrown numerous projects into uncertainty. Staff are now grappling with a survey demanding justification for their work, focusing on national security priorities like curbing illegal immigration and sidelining climate initiatives. This shift has created confusion, jeopardizing thousands of vital aid programs and the livelihoods of dedicated staff.