Cutting Ties: The Data Behind America’s Sudden Halt in Foreign Assistance
The United States has long played a central role in global development funding, supporting humanitarian aid, economic initiatives, and security programs worldwide. Between 2008 and 2023, annual aid spending ranged from $52.9 billion to $77.3 billion, positioning the U.S. as the world’s single-largest aid donor. By 2024, the U.S. contributed 40% of all humanitarian aid […]