May 7, 2026 — The Trump administration is reportedly reallocating billions of dollars originally intended for global health initiatives to cover the expenses of dismantling USAID. This redirection of funds impacts critical programs targeting HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis, raising alarms among health experts regarding a potential surge in preventable deaths.

Beyond the closure of USAID, the administration is also accused of withholding nearly $1.7 billion from PEPFAR, leading to a significant drop in diagnostic testing and outreach services. Senate Democrats and international advocates have condemned these actions, arguing that the shift toward an "America First" health strategy undermines decades of progress and leaves vulnerable populations without lifesaving medical support. Consequently, the loss of community health workers and data tracking systems may cause a resurgence of epidemics that goes undetected.