Trump Administration Eliminates 83% of USAID Programs Following Review

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces the cancellation of 5,200 contracts, citing misalignment with U.S. national interests, as remaining programs shift to the State Department.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared the conclusion of a six-week review resulting in the termination of 83% of USAID's programs, totaling 5,200 contracts.
Rubio stated the canceled programs, costing tens of billions of dollars, failed to align with or even harmed U.S. national interests.
Approximately 1,000 remaining USAID programs will now be managed under the State Department for increased efficiency, though details on these programs were not provided.
The move follows President Donald Trump's executive order to freeze foreign assistance funding and review all USAID operations, part of a broader effort to reduce federal spending.
The decision has led to lawsuits from aid organizations alleging contract violations and unpaid funds; a federal court has ordered the administration to pay $671 million in overdue payments.