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U.S. Government Breaks Tradition, Ignores World AIDS Day

11/29/2025

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The U.S. government will not officially recognize World AIDS Day for the first time since its 1988 inception.
An email from the State Department prohibits funds and public promotion for the December 1 commemoration.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration aims to modernize its approach to disease awareness, according to State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott.
Employees can still participate in related events but must not promote the day publicly.

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The U.S. government will not officially recognize World AIDS Day for the first time since its 1988 inception.
An email from the State Department prohibits funds and public promotion for the December 1 commemoration.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration aims to modernize its approach to disease awareness, according to State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott.
Employees can still participate in related events but must not promote the day publicly.