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Trump to Withdraw U.S. from World Health Organization on January 20, 2025, Impacting Major Funding

Dec 28, 2024, 04:57 PM

Donald Trump is expected to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO) on his first day in office, January 20, 2025. Reports indicate that Trump's transition team is actively working on plans for this withdrawal, which is anticipated to be signed shortly after his inauguration. The U.S. is a major financial contributor to the WHO, and this move could have significant implications for the organization's funding and operations. The decision aligns with a broader strategy of reducing financial commitments to international bodies, as suggested by various sources. The potential withdrawal has raised concerns about the impact on global health initiatives, particularly in light of the ongoing challenges posed by health crises worldwide.