Trump Administration Cuts to Global Health Aid Prompt Gates' Urgent Warning

Bill Gates has lobbied U.S. officials, warning that private philanthropy cannot replace the critical role of government funding in combating global health crises.

• The Trump administration has dismantled USAID, cutting 90% of its foreign aid contracts and freezing billions in funding for global health programs.
• Bill Gates has personally met with lawmakers and National Security Council officials to advocate for continued U.S. support for initiatives like Gavi and the Global Fund.
• Gates emphasized that the Gates Foundation, with its $8-9 billion annual budget, cannot fill the funding gaps left by U.S. government cuts.
• Public health experts warn that reduced U.S. funding could lead to increased deaths from diseases like malaria, HIV, and tuberculosis, reversing years of progress.
• The cuts align with the administration’s 'America First' policy, prioritizing domestic programs over international assistance, despite potential global health risks.

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