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.

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.

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.

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.

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.