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‘Long Overdue’: Senate Republicans Ram Through Trump’s Foreign Aid Cuts Package

July 17, 2025
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‘Long Overdue’: Senate Republicans Ram Through Trump’s Foreign Aid Cuts Package

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Shah J. Choudhury

Senate Republicans on Wednesday pushed through President Donald Trump’s much-debated package of foreign aid cuts, which they hailed as “long overdue.” The controversial “clawback package” slashes billions in funding for U.S. development assistance, humanitarian relief, and several international programs.

The Republican-majority Senate approved the bill late Wednesday night, despite strong opposition from Democrats. The measure, championed by Trump as a necessary step to stop “wasting American taxpayers’ money abroad,” marks a significant shift in U.S. foreign spending priorities.

“This is about putting America first, and keeping taxpayers’ hard-earned dollars where they belong — here at home,” said one Republican senator after the vote.

President Trump defended the move as part of his broader agenda to prioritize domestic security and economic interests over what he called “reckless giveaways overseas.”

Democrats, however, sharply criticized the bill, warning it would harm America’s global standing and worsen humanitarian crises in war-torn and impoverished regions. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer called the cuts “a moral failure.”

“This is not just a budget cut; it’s an abdication of our responsibility to help people in desperate need. America has always been a leader in extending a helping hand, and this bill undermines that,” Schumer told reporters.

The divisive vote comes in the midst of an election year, with analysts suggesting Republicans hope the message of cutting foreign aid in favor of border security and domestic priorities will resonate with Trump’s base.

The bill now heads to the House of Representatives, where Democrats are expected to mount fierce resistance. Final implementation may still face delays as negotiations continue.

Observers say the long-term impact on U.S. foreign policy and global partnerships remains uncertain.

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