The Complex Landscape of U.S. Foreign Aid

This chapter examines the potential decline of U.S. foreign aid, focusing on a projected $20 billion decrease due to operational halts at key agencies. It discusses the importance of programs like PEPFAR in fighting diseases and highlights the disconnect between public support for medical aid and views on foreign assistance. The conversation also critiques the Trump administration's approach to aid, emphasizing the need for reform and the implications for U.S. national security and global partnerships.