Devex: As budget negotiations begin, here’s where U.S. Congress stands on foreign aid
“The United States Congress returns to Washington, D.C., this week after recess, faced with several key budget decisions that will impact whether President Donald Trump’s proposed cuts to foreign aid will be carried out. … If foreign aid cuts are made in [the FY 2017] budget extension, it may signal what to expect when Congress debates and produces its 2018 fiscal year budget. … So where do decisionmakers stand on foreign aid and global development? Devex examined members of Congress’ voting records on foreign aid bills, as well as their past statements. This interactive tool lets you take a look at where they stand…” (Saldinger et al., 4/26).