Trump Aid Cuts Gut Climate Disaster Preparedness Programs Worldwide

The Trump administration implemented sweeping cuts to US foreign aid in 2025, eliminating or significantly reducing numerous assistance programs. These reductions affected millions of people across the globe who relied on such support. Among the hardest hit were programs designed to help communities prepare for and respond to climate-related disasters. The cuts have had severe consequences for vulnerable populations at a time when climate disasters are increasing in frequency and intensity.