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Trump Administration Slashes $76 Billion in Global Health Funding

3/26/2025

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The Trump administration is set to halt U.S. funding for Gavi, the organization that delivers vital vaccines to children in developing nations, while also scaling back efforts to combat malaria. A comprehensive 281-page report reveals cuts to over 5,300 programs, amounting to nearly $76 billion, although some support for HIV, tuberculosis, and food aid will continue.

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The Trump administration is set to halt U.S. funding for Gavi, the organization that delivers vital vaccines to children in developing nations, while also scaling back efforts to combat malaria. A comprehensive 281-page report reveals cuts to over 5,300 programs, amounting to nearly $76 billion, although some support for HIV, tuberculosis, and food aid will continue.