Abolishing the Fogarty International Center
Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) introduced legislation to abolish the $95 million Fogarty International Center as part of the Trump administration's efforts to cut government waste. The Center's funding projects are seen as antithetical to American values by the Trump administration.
Key Points
- Fogarty International Center overlaps with efforts led by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease
- The Center's focus on 'global health equity' and partnership with WHO are seen as problematic by the Trump administration
Pros
- Efforts to cut government waste
- Alignment with Trump administration's agenda
Cons
- Potential negative impact on global health research
- Loss of funding for important international projects