Trump admin exit from UN, international organizations raises question of who’s next

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 5 min read 100% complete by Beth BaileyJanuary 13, 2026 at 06:39 PM

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Following President Trump's 2025 executive order to review U.S. support for international organizations, the U.S. withdrew from 66 entities, prompting concerns about further departures. Secretary of State Rubio stated the U.S. is rejecting outdated multilateralism and reviewing the "international system" due to concerns about inefficiency and poor governance within many organizations. Former National Security Council director Hugh Dugan criticized UN Secretary-General Guterres' cost-cutting efforts, arguing they didn't address the UN's poor return on investment. Guterres expressed regret over the U.S. withdrawals, emphasizing that financial contributions to the UN are a legal obligation for all member states. Experts suggest more international bodies could face defunding or withdrawal as the U.S. continues its review.

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