U.S. is withdrawing from 66 international organizations, Trump memo reveals

Donald Trump announced the U.S. would withdraw from numerous international and UN entities, citing conflicts with U.S. national interests. This includes the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change, a core climate treaty and its parent agreement, the Paris Agreement. The U.S. also plans to leave UN Women and the U.N. Population Fund. The withdrawal from the UNFCCC could make the U.S. the only nation not participating in the climate agreement. The move aligns with Trump's skepticism of multilateral institutions, especially the United Nations and its priorities. The White House stated these withdrawals will end funding and US involvement with entities that prioritize global agendas over U.S. interests. This initiative follows previous actions like cutting funding to the U.N. and withdrawing from the World Health Organization. The White House considers these organizations to be promoting radical climate policies and global governance. This decision is part of an ongoing review of international organizations, conventions, and treaties. The U.S. aims to allocate taxpayer dollars more efficiently in supporting relevant missions. The President's actions reflect long-standing concerns regarding international bodies' effectiveness and costs.