House GOP Proposes Major Cuts to State Department Funding

House Republicans have proposed an 11% cut to the State Department budget, targeting climate change efforts, LGBTQ visibility, international refugee aid, and women's health programs. The proposal also eliminates 33 special envoy positions and reduces funding for the United Nations and international media outlets. Democrats criticize the cuts, arguing they harm national security and global health initiatives. The proposed budget is nearly 20% less than President Biden's request.