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U.S. State Department Announces $100 Million for Venezuelan Aid Amid Trump’s Critique of Foreign Assistance

The U.S. State Department announced a new $100 million funding package for humanitarian groups operating in Venezuela. The money is intended to support aid delivery amid the country’s ongoing political and economic crisis. The announcement

The U.S. State Department announced a new $100 million funding package for humanitarian groups operating in Venezuela. The money is intended to support aid delivery amid the country’s ongoing political and economic crisis. The announcement

comes as President Donald Trump has publicly expressed disdain for foreign aid programs. Critics previously faulted the administration for a weak response to a major earthquake in Myanmar last year. That criticism highlighted concerns over

the administration’s commitment to overseas assistance. By allocating the funds, the State Department signals a shift toward more active engagement in Venezuela. The aid package is expected to bolster food, medical and shelter services

for vulnerable populations. Observers will watch how the funding is implemented and whether it influences U.S.–Venezuelan relations.

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