Bill Gates is urging the Trump administration to maintain funding for global health programs, warning that his foundation cannot compensate for the shortfall.
The U.S. government has been cutting foreign aid, affecting critical initiatives such as childhood vaccinations and HIV treatment. Gates has reportedly been lobbying White House officials, emphasizing that no private foundation can replace government funding. The cuts could have severe consequences for global health efforts, potentially reversing progress in disease prevention and treatment.
Gates' warning highlights the broader debate over the U.S. role in international health aid.
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Bill Gates reportedly warned Trump his foundation won’t be able to fund global health gaps if the administration keeps making major cuts
Gates Foundation officials have previously said “no foundation” can effectively replace the U.S. government’s foreign aid funding.
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