United States Department of State

Washington, D.C., United States

The United States Department of State is the federal executive department responsible for international relations and foreign affairs, overseeing the country's diplomatic missions around the world and formulating and implementing foreign policy.

CCI Score

-37.32

-4.62% June 30

Latest Event

State Department bans visas for punk duo after inflammatory performance

The U.S. State Department revoked the visas of English rap punk duo Bob Vylan after their Glastonbury performance featured chants including a call for 'death to the IDF' and other inflammatory messages. Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau cited the group's hateful tirade as justification for the action.

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-30 to -44 CCI Score

Companies scoring in this range actively seek to please authoritarian regimes. They offer proactive support and assistance in exchange for preferential treatment, compromising ethical standards for business gains and political favor.

Latest Events

JUN

30

2025

State Department bans visas for punk duo after inflammatory performance
-65.00

The U.S. State Department revoked the visas of English rap punk duo Bob Vylan after their Glastonbury performance featured chants including a call for 'death to the IDF' and other inflammatory messages. Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau cited the group's hateful tirade as justification for the action.
JUN

20

2025

State Department Diplomatic Engagement in Iran Nuclear Security Talks
60.00

The State Department, through spokesperson Tammy Bruce, confirmed discussions with foreign ministers from Australia and France to coordinate a peaceful approach that aims to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, amid heightened tensions following inconclusive nuclear talks in Geneva.
MAY

08

2025

State Department Cuts $5M DEI Grant
-60.00

The State Department, as part of the Trump administration's broader DEI cuts that saved over $2 billion, eliminated a $5 million grant aimed at strengthening support for mid-sized autonomous intersex and trans human rights organizations. This move represents a rollback of initiatives designed to empower marginalized communities.
MAY

05

2025

State Department Approves $370.9M Missile Sale to Norway
-30.00

The U.S. State Department approved a $370.9 million deal for Norway to purchase 300 AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles to enhance its F-35 fleet and NATO interoperability.
APR

27

2025

State Department Reorganization Cuts Human Rights and Democratic Functions
-51.08

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a sweeping reorganization of the State Department, eliminating 132 offices and restructuring 137 others, including the shutdown of the USAID and the undersecretary for civilian security, democracy and human rights, which critics argue undermines America’s soft power and commitment to human rights.
-60

Public and Political Behavior

May 5

The reorganization led by Secretary Rubio represents a significant shift in foreign policy priorities. By dismantling key offices involved in promoting human rights and democratic values, the move is seen as decreasing transparency and weakening America’s democratic image, which aligns with authoritarian retrenchment.

Rubio's State Department shake-up: Criticism over foreign policy cuts
-40

Economic and Structural Influence

May 5

The structural reorganization—marked by the closing and relocation of critical diplomatic offices and a scaling back of domestic and international staffing—risks reducing the department's capacity to effectively support global democracy and economic development, thereby undercutting the United States’ structural influence.

Rubio's State Department shake-up: Criticism over foreign policy cuts
MAR

11

2025

State Department Absorbs USAID Amid Spending Review
-65.00

On March 11, 2025, the U.S. Department of State finalized a six‐week review, leading to the cancellation of over 80% of USAID programs and a restructuring that integrated USAID operations into the State Department. The move, driven by concerns of alleged waste and fraud, has also resulted in significant program cuts, including those supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
SEP

14

2023

State Department Waives Human Rights Conditions for Egypt Aid
-50.13

On September 14, 2023, the U.S. State Department announced its decision to provide $235 million in Foreign Military Financing to Egypt by waiving previously imposed human rights conditions, despite widespread reports of repression and human rights abuses in Egypt.
-60

Public and Political Behavior

May 5

The decision by the State Department to waive human rights conditions in favor of delivering full security assistance to Egypt undermines established human rights standards and indirectly supports authoritarian practices. This action prioritizes perceived national security interests over the promotion of democratic values and accountability, aligning with a pattern of public political behavior that neglects the protection of marginalized groups.

Egypt: US to Provide Security Assistance Despite Repression