“Foreign aid is a waste! We give billions to countries that hate us!”

What You Say

U.S. foreign assistance is roughly 1% of the federal budget — and most goes to American contractors, NGOs, and allies for security, health, and famine relief. State Department data shows aid buys influence, stabilizes regions that would otherwise produce refugees, and counters adversaries like China. USAID dismantling doesn't save taxpayers money — it cedes global leadership.