1. United States
2. Calif.
3. Letter

The proposed cuts to USAID's global health and nutrition programs are deeply concerning, with forecasts estimating they could result in over 1 million excess deaths per year. These are proven, cost-effective initiatives that not only save lives but also promote stability by limiting disease transmission and food insecurity - key drivers of migration and unrest. The impacts will reverberate globally, including potential increased risks to American citizens. Reinstating full funding for USAID's life-saving work in HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, malnutrition, and water/sanitation is crucial for protecting human lives and upholding humanitarian values. These programs represent a wise investment in global health security and stability that benefits people worldwide while serving U.S. interests. I urge you to prioritize their restoration in the federal budget.