Trump initiates U.S. withdrawal from World Health Organization again on first day back in office

President Donald Trump has initiated the process to withdraw the U.S. from the World Health Organization (WHO) again, using an executive order on his first day back in office. This follows a previous attempt in 2020, which was reversed by President Joe Biden. The new order pauses U.S. funding to WHO and reallocates federal personnel working with the agency. Experts warn that this withdrawal could undermine global health efforts and weaken responses to infectious diseases and potential pandemics. The U.S. has historically been a major contributor to WHO, providing significant funding and expertise. Losing this support could impact various global health initiatives and limit U.S. involvement in critical health decisions and responses.