Democrats warn Trump could divert Hill-approved aid, letting billions lapse
TL;DR
Democrats warn the White House may reallocate $2.5 billion of Hill-approved foreign aid to cover USAID closeout costs and let $725 million expire, risking billions in global health, development, and anti-trafficking programs, and urging Congress to ensure funds are spent as intended before Sept. 30. The digest also notes GOP pushback on NIH grant politics and a Republican senator seeking testimony from Donald Trump Jr.
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- White House Is Withholding Foreign Policy Money, Democrats Say Bloomberg Government News
- Advocates, lawmakers call for release of congressionally approved global health funds CIDRAP
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