By cutting off assistance to foreigners, America hurts itself
Donald Trump’s chaotic aid freeze makes his country weaker
FOREIGN AID is easy to decry. Money is often wasted or stolen. Its benefits are hard to see. And giving money to foreigners means less for voters at home. That makes it an ideal target for the America First president, Donald Trump.
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This article appeared in the Leaders section of the print edition under the headline “Scorn thy neighbour”
Leaders February 1st 2025
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