What's behind Trump cutting $5 billion in US foreign aid? | DW News

Statele Unite

US President Donald Trump says he's blocking nearly five billion dollars in foreign aid approved by Congress -- seting up a potential showdown with lawmakers. The White House says the cuts, which amount to 4.9 billion dollars, target funds from the State Department and USAID -- and will prevent "waste and fraud." Democrats call the move illegal and warn it could push the US government toward another shutdown in September. Chapter breakdown: 0:00 Trump blocks 5 billion USD in US foreign aid 0:28

Tag-uri: Donald Trump