Study Warns US Aid Cuts Could Lead to 14 Million Deaths by 2030

Study Warns of 14 Million Preventable Deaths from US Aid Cuts

A recent study published in 'The Lancet' highlights the potentially devastating impact of cuts to US development aid under President Donald Trump’s administration. The research suggests that these reductions could lead to more than 14 million preventable deaths by 2030, with over 4.5 million of these being children under five. This is a stark warning given the significant role USAID has played in global health, reportedly preventing 91 million deaths from 2001 to 2021. The cuts were part of an 80% reduction in USAID’s programs, freezing vital support to vulnerable populations globally. Former US Presidents, including Barack Obama, have criticized the cuts, emphasizing the 'colossal mistake' of undermining such a crucial agency. As global leaders gathered in Spain to address this issue, experts called for urgent action to strengthen international cooperation and development financing. They stressed that reversing these cuts is essential to avoid a humanitarian crisis and maintain progress in health and development efforts worldwide.