The Trump administration announced an additional $1.8 billion for U.N. humanitarian aid, bringing its total pledge to $3.8 billion across 21 countries. But the amount remains a fraction of the up to $17 billion the U.S. has contributed annually in recent years, as broader foreign aid cuts have forced U.N. agencies to cut programs, spending, and jobs, the AP reports.

The GAO denied a bid protest and cleared a nearly $81 million contract for 2TechJV LLC to support the formal closeout of USAID. According to Bloomberg, this is a significant step in winding down the agency's remaining operations.