Trump Administration Resumes Northern Triangle Aid Programs

The US administration initially cut aid to Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador due to insufficient efforts to curb illegal immigration. President Trump announced asylum cooperation agreements with these countries, leading to the restoration of targeted aid for law enforcement and security. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo detailed that the funding would support joint security and economic opportunities. The cost of this aid remains unspecified, but an unnamed source indicated it would unfreeze $143 million. The push to restore aid was proposed by acting DHS Secretary Kevin Mcaleenan, supported by Jared Kushner and other officials. Mcaleenan has since announced his resignation, effective at the end of October.

Why did the U.S. initially cut aid to Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador?

• Due to a lack of effort to curb illegal immigration

• Because of economic instability

• To support local governments

• To promote trade agreements

What did President Trump announce regarding the three Central American countries?

• They agreed to increase military spending

• They decided to form a new alliance

• They signed trade agreements

• They signed asylum cooperation agreements

What is the purpose of the restored targeted assistance?

• To increase military presence

• To fund new infrastructure projects

• To promote cultural exchanges

• To support joint security and economic opportunities

How much money is expected to be unfrozen with the restoration of aid?

• $50 million

• $200 million

• $143 million

• $100 million

Who supported the proposal to restore aid?

• Local governments in Central America

• The European Union

• The United Nations

• Top White House officials