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Research: Aid Cuts Could Lead to 22.6 Million Deaths

11/18/2025

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Research warns that aid cuts by the United States and European countries may cause 22.6 million excess deaths by 2030, ranging from 16.3 to 29.3 million.
It updates findings 14 million deaths were linked to reductions by U.S. President Donald Trump, including dismantling USAID.
The study notes a reduction in aid from the United States, United Kingdom, France, and Germany.
A milder scenario still estimates 9.4 million excess deaths.

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Research warns that aid cuts by the United States and European countries may cause 22.6 million excess deaths by 2030, ranging from 16.3 to 29.3 million.
It updates findings 14 million deaths were linked to reductions by U.S. President Donald Trump, including dismantling USAID.
The study notes a reduction in aid from the United States, United Kingdom, France, and Germany.
A milder scenario still estimates 9.4 million excess deaths.