Trump Halts U.S. Foreign Aid for 90 Days to Review Alignment with Policy Goals

The executive order pauses new disbursements while Secretary of State Marco Rubio evaluates programs for consistency with 'America First' priorities.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order temporarily suspending all U.S. foreign assistance programs for 90 days to assess their alignment with his administration's policy objectives.
The review, led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio in consultation with the Office of Management and Budget, will determine whether aid programs make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous.
Existing aid already appropriated by Congress will likely proceed, but new obligations and disbursements are paused unless explicitly approved during the review period.
Major recipients like Israel, Egypt, and Jordan are expected to see minimal impact due to longstanding agreements and treaty obligations governing their aid packages.
The order reflects Trump's longstanding criticism of foreign aid, which he argues often conflicts with American interests and values, citing concerns about aid to Ukraine and funding for certain UN agencies.