US Officially Exits World Health Organization The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization (WHO), fulfilling a promise made by President Trump. This decision stems from the WHO’s perceived failures during the COVID-19 pandemic and aims to protect the American people from harm. This move aligns with an administration skeptical of global organizations that may compromise U.S. sovereignty and interests, following previous withdrawals from the Paris Accord and numerous UN-sponsored groups.

• The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization (WHO).
• The withdrawal was announced in a joint statement by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy, Jr.
• Reasons cited include the WHO’s failures during the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect American interests.
• This action is consistent with President Trump’s administration’s skepticism towards global organizations that may compromise U.S. sovereignty.
• Previous withdrawals include the Paris Accord and 66 UN-sponsored climate and social justice organizations.