Trump’s Planned Gutting of State Department Will Hurt Americans and U.S. Interests

(WASHINGTON, DC) — In response to reports that the Trump Administration plans to cut the State Department’s budget by half and close critical missions and offices, Center for International Policy Vice President for Government Affairs Dylan Williams released the following statement: 

“The Trump Administration’s plan to slash the funding and functions of the State Department is nothing less than an assault on American diplomacy. Following the administration’s unconstitutional efforts to hollow out foreign aid, this move will further decimate U.S. influence and standing in the world, undermining our fundamental security and other critical interests. 

“Coupled with the administration’s intention to dramatically increase military spending, this decimation of the State Department also serves as a clear indication that it is prioritizing militarism over diplomacy. Donald Trump has said he wants to be a president who ends wars, but moves like this will make that much more difficult.”