President Donald Trump signed an executive order suspending all U.S. foreign assistance programs for 90 days to align with his policy goals, impacting funding already appropriated by Congress. The order aims to ensure that foreign aid supports American interests and values, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio tasked with making determinations in consultation with the Office of Management and Budget. The order could affect U.S. assistance to various countries and agencies, with long-term packages for major recipients like Israel, Egypt, and Jordan unlikely to see significant reductions.
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