Trump signs order to withdraw US from WHO for second time

President Trump has signed an executive order to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO) for a second time. This decision follows his criticism of the WHO's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and financial disparities with China. The order halts U.S. funding to the WHO and directs agencies to find alternative partners for health initiatives. This move comes as the WHO is negotiating a global treaty on pandemic preparedness without U.S. involvement. Trump's first attempt to withdraw occurred in 2020 but was reversed by President Biden in 2021. The current withdrawal is expected to significantly impact WHO funding and global health efforts.