Trump initiates U.S. withdrawal from World Health Organization again

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to withdraw the U.S. from the World Health Organization (WHO) for the second time in less than five years. This action pauses U.S. funding and begins the process of reassigning personnel working with the agency. Trump's previous attempt to leave WHO occurred in July 2020, but President Joe Biden reversed that decision in January 2021. The current withdrawal could impact global health initiatives and reduce U.S. influence in international health matters. Experts warn that leaving WHO may weaken global health responses and hinder efforts to combat infectious diseases. The U.S. has historically been a major contributor to WHO, providing significant funding and expertise.