Trump issues memo withdrawing the US from 66 global organizations

Trump Orders Withdrawal from 66 International Organizations

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump issued a presidential memorandum mandating the withdrawal of the United States from 66 international organizations. This directive also instructed executive departments and agencies to halt funding and participation in groups that the administration deems not in the nation’s interests.

This memorandum follows a review initiated earlier this year under Executive Order 14199, affecting 35 non-UN organizations and 31 non-UN agencies, as noted by the White House.

In the memorandum, Trump referenced findings by Secretary Rubio, which concluded that remaining involved with these organizations would not serve U.S. interests. He emphasized the need for immediate action from all relevant departments to implement the withdrawal, particularly regarding UN agencies, where participation and funding would cease as legally permitted.

The administration framed this move as part of Trump’s broader “America First” policy, aimed at reinstating U.S. sovereignty and cutting taxpayer support for groups viewed as wasteful or inefficient.

Rubio commented on the announcement, suggesting it fulfilled an important promise from Trump. He stated, “Today, President Trump announced that the United States will withdraw from 66 anti-American, useless, and wasteful international organizations.” He added that evaluation of other international entities is still in progress.

According to Rubio, these agencies are viewed as redundant, mismanaged, and inappropriately serving their own agendas, which contradict U.S. interests. He expressed frustration regarding resource allocation, declaring, “It is no longer acceptable to send these institutions the blood, sweat, and treasure of the American people with little to show for it.”

The organizations listed pertain to various fields, including climate, energy, development, governance, immigration, and gender policy. The complete list of organizations was released alongside the order.

Rubio indicated that this withdrawal signifies a significant shift in how the administration approaches international engagement. He remarked, “We will not continue to expend our due weight in resources, diplomatic capital, and participation in institutions that are irrelevant to or conflict with our interests.” He concluded by stressing the need for cooperative efforts that genuinely benefit people, asserting that the U.S. would stand firm in its decisions.