Just a few weeks into his second term, President Trump froze funding for programs that play a big role in Global aid. One of those programs is the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS or PEPFAR.
President Trump froze federal funding for global aid programs, including the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), shortly after beginning his second term. This funding freeze, which was later temporarily lifted, significantly impacted efforts to combat HIV/AIDS globally, particularly in South Africa, where PEPFAR provides approximately $400 million annually to support treatment, care, and prevention programs. The funding freeze raised concerns about the potential impact on HIV/AIDS efforts and the importance of U.S. contributions to global health initiatives.
