Trump orders US withdrawal from WHO and pauses foreign aid

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order for the U.S. to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO), which could significantly reduce its funding. The U.S. contributed $662 million, making up 19% of the WHO's revenue. Trump previously attempted to exit the WHO, criticizing its response to the COVID-19 pandemic. President Joe Biden reversed this decision in 2021. The legality of Trump's current withdrawal without congressional approval remains uncertain. Additionally, Trump ordered a 90-day pause on foreign development assistance to review its efficiency and alignment with U.S. foreign policy. This affects new obligations and disbursements of development assistance funds.