Trump Administration Dismantles Foreign Aid to Support Democracy at Home and Abroad Immediately

The Trump administration has simultaneously dismantled foreign aid programs supporting fragile democracies abroad and placed federal workers on leave to protect US elections, marking a significant shift in its approach to democracy support at home and abroad. The moves come less than a month into the new administration's term, sparking concerns about a potential decline in US engagement with democratic institutions worldwide. Critics argue that the actions undermine the country's long-standing commitment to promoting democracy and human rights globally. The decisions have been made by President Trump, who has yet to release his official policy on democracy support.