President Donald Trump Signs Executive Order to Withdraw the U.S. from the WHO

President Donald Trump has officially signed an executive order to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO), fulfilling a key promise from his campaign. This significant move ends the U.S.’s role as a major financial contributor to the global health body, raising questions about the future of international health initiatives.

The decision, which Trump justified by citing alleged inefficiencies and a perceived bias within the WHO, will likely reshape both domestic health policies and the broader landscape of global health governance. The U.S. was previously the largest donor to the organization, providing hundreds of millions of dollars annually to support global health programs, including efforts to combat diseases such as malaria, tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS.

Reactions to the withdrawal have been mixed. Supporters of the decision argue that the U.S. can better allocate its resources toward domestic health priorities. Critics, however, warn that this move could weaken international efforts to address global health crises, particularly during ongoing challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic.

International leaders and health experts are now deliberating how this withdrawal will affect the WHO’s ability to operate effectively without the support of its largest donor. The decision has sparked widespread debate on the role of the U.S. in global health cooperation and the potential risks of reduced multilateral collaboration.