Reevaluating and Realigning United States Foreign Aid

Executive Order January 30, 2025 Document 2025-02091

Summary

On January 20, 2025, President [Name Missing] issued Executive Order 14169 to reassess and realign U.S. foreign aid to ensure it aligns with American interests and values. This order mandates a 90-day pause on foreign development assistance to review the effectiveness and policy consistency of such programs, potentially affecting international relations and aid-dependent regions. The action underscores a shift towards a more strategic and politically aligned distribution of aid, with potential legal implications as it may alter existing international agreements and partnerships.