Breaking: Trump Moves to Withdraw US from World Health Organization Amid Pandemic
2025-01-21
Wall Street Journal
In a significant move, President Trump has signed an executive order to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization, citing concerns over the global health body's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This decision marks a major shift in US global health policy, with potential implications for international cooperation on health issues. The World Health Organization has been a key player in the global fight against the pandemic, providing critical guidance and support to countries around the world. With the US withdrawal, the global health community is bracing for potential consequences, including loss of funding and expertise. Global health security and international health regulations may be impacted by this decision.
