President Donald Trump signed an executive order halting all U.S. foreign assistance programs for 90 days pending a review of their alignment with U.S. policy objectives. The suspension affects new aid disbursements, but many existing programs are already funded. Trump criticized the foreign aid system, stating it destabilizes world peace and promotes values contrary to U.S. interests. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that foreign assistance must justify its benefits to U.S. safety, strength, and prosperity, with determinations made by his office.