Federal spending · FY2025
International Affairs
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The International Affairs domain is dedicated to advancing U.S. national interests, security, and prosperity through engagement with the global community. Its core purpose is to foster a stable, secure, and prosperous international environment that benefits American citizens. Success is measured by the reduction of global threats, the promotion of democratic values and human rights, the facilitation of international trade and investment, and the strengthening of alliances and partnerships. This domain encompasses a wide range of activities, including foreign assistance, diplomatic operations, international development, global health initiatives, counterterrorism efforts, and support for international organizations. The State Department and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) are principal stewards, working to project U.S. influence, build capacity in partner nations, respond to humanitarian crises, and address transnational challenges. Effective management of these resources is crucial for maintaining U.S. leadership on the world stage and for addressing complex global issues that directly or indirectly impact domestic security and economic well-being.
The problem
Is overseas aid reaching people, or being consumed by layers of contractors and unfinished projects? The FY2025 United States expenditure records show the money recorded, but not whether people received good service. This question needs checking; a specific failure has not been confirmed here.
The solution
Track what each contractor passes on and keeps. Remove unnecessary middlemen, check that supplies arrive, and pay project contractors in stages after completed work is verified. Keep urgent humanitarian help running. How this helps: More assistance reaches intended recipients and unfinished work is easier to catch before further payment. Protect people: Keep essential services safe and accessible. Test changes before expanding them, and reverse changes that harm access or shift costs to residents. Measure success: help delivered, contractor fees and completed overseas project stages.
Supports diplomacy, international assistance and related activities. Individual awards identify the intended recipients, services and commitments.
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| Where it went | Gross outlays | Share | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| $33.3B45.7% | 45.7% | ||
| $27.1B37.2% | 37.2% | ||
| $10.2B14.0% | 14.0% | ||
| $2.0B2.7% | 2.7% | ||
| $251M0.3% | 0.3% |
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