Today, President Donald J. Trump signed a significant Presidential Memorandum that directs the United States to withdraw from a total of 66 international organizations that are deemed to no longer align with American interests. This decisive action mandates all Executive Departments and Agencies to halt participation in and funding for 35 non-United Nations (UN) organizations and 31 UN entities. The withdrawal is aimed at entities that operate against U.S. national interests, security, economic prosperity, or sovereignty.
This Memorandum follows a thorough review initiated earlier this year, which evaluated all international intergovernmental organizations, conventions, and treaties that the United States is involved with or financially supports. The goal is to eliminate American taxpayer funding for entities that promote globalist agendas over U.S. priorities or address significant issues in a manner that is inefficient or ineffective. The administration believes that taxpayer dollars can be better allocated to support missions that align more closely with American values.
President Trump’s administration is taking steps to restore American sovereignty by terminating involvement in international organizations that undermine the nation's independence. These organizations often waste taxpayer dollars on ineffective or hostile agendas, some of which promote radical climate policies and global governance that conflict with U.S. sovereignty and economic strength.
American taxpayers have invested billions in these international organizations, frequently yielding little in return. Many of these entities criticize U.S. policies, advance agendas contrary to American values, or fail to achieve meaningful results, despite claiming to address pressing issues. By withdrawing from these organizations, President Trump aims to save taxpayer money and refocus resources on America First priorities.
President Trump has consistently championed the protection of U.S. sovereignty and has worked to ensure that international engagements serve American interests. Upon his return to office, he initiated the withdrawal from the World Health Organization and the Paris Climate Agreement, signaling a shift in U.S. foreign policy.
On the very first day of his administration, President Trump signed a Presidential Memorandum to inform the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development that its Global Tax Deal has no effect in the United States. He also directed an investigation into whether foreign countries have tax rules that disproportionately affect American companies. Shortly thereafter, he signed an Executive Order to withdraw the U.S. from the UN Human Rights Council and to prohibit any future funding for the UN Relief and Works Agency for the Near East (UNRWA).
Throughout his presidency, Trump has prioritized American interests by reallocating focus and resources toward critical domestic priorities such as infrastructure, military readiness, and border security. His administration acts swiftly to protect American companies from foreign interference, further solidifying his commitment to an America First approach on the global stage.