Gabrielle Emanuel

Fatma Tanis, an NPR global health correspondent, and Gabrielle Emanuel, also from NPR, explore drastic changes in U.S. foreign aid initiated in 2025. They highlight global reactions and the immediate impacts, including the closure of health clinics and loss of essential treatments. The duo discusses how aid cuts have heightened child mortality rates and reshaped international perceptions of the U.S. They also reveal how countries like Zambia have stepped in to provide critical care, showcasing resilience amid challenges.