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Senate Votes on Controversial $9 Billion Aid Cuts

7/17/2025

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The U.S. Senate plans to vote on a $9 billion spending cut package targeting USAID, impacting Indiana university research.
Proposed cuts may jeopardize food safety and education programs, with $20 million already reduced.
Critics challenge the Trump administration's claims of waste in foreign aid, citing lack of evidence.
Concerns about transparency grow as programs risk termination without adequate justification.

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Story summary

The U.S. Senate plans to vote on a $9 billion spending cut package targeting USAID, impacting Indiana university research.
Proposed cuts may jeopardize food safety and education programs, with $20 million already reduced.
Critics challenge the Trump administration's claims of waste in foreign aid, citing lack of evidence.
Concerns about transparency grow as programs risk termination without adequate justification.