- The U.S. State Department has enhanced the Mexico City Policy, which historically restricts foreign aid related to abortion services.
- The policy expansion now includes provisions that block U.S. foreign aid from supporting programs related to gender ideology.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs are also included in the list of initiatives that will not receive U.S. foreign aid under the revised policy.
- This move is set to align U.S. foreign aid distribution with specific values and priorities, as outlined by the new State Department rules.
- The policy reflects the current administration’s stance on how foreign aid should be used concerning global social issues like abortion and gender identity.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/state-dept-moves-expand-mexico-city-policy-targeting-abortion-dei-gender-ideology-foreign-aid)
