Trump plans major shutdown of US-African embassies

Most of the targeted embassies for shutdown are in war-torn African countries which may threaten to plunge these countries into political unrest. According to memos leaked to international media outlets, Donald Trump’s administration plans to shut down more than 15 embassies and consulates in an effort to cut the cost of running the federal government.

Trump’s plan to close embassies around the world is part of a broader push to slash the US federal budget, spearheaded by a new government efficiency office overseen by Elon Musk.