Trump US Withdrawal 66 International Organizations: A Massive Shift Toward Isolationism

The era of global cooperation is facing a cold front. On January 8, 2026, the Trump administration sent shockwaves through the diplomatic world by announcing the United States' intent to withdraw from 66 international organizations. According to the White House, the list includes 31United Nations entities and 35 non-UN bodies, targeting agencies that officials claim cater to 'woke' initiatives and diversity programs that are 'contrary to the interests of the United States.'

Trump US Withdrawal 66 International Organizations: Deep Dive into the Targets

The administration's move goes far beyond its previous rhetoric. While President Trump already announced the second withdrawal from the Paris Agreement shortly after returning to office in 2025, this latest memorandum targets the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) itself. As the 1992 foundational treaty, exiting the UNFCCC effectively dismantles the entire framework for US participation in international climate negotiations.

Selective Engagement: What Stays?

Despite the broad sweep, the US isn't leaving everything behind. The administration identified the UN Security Council, the World Food Programme (WFP), and the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) as essential for national security or humanitarian reasons. However, organizations like UN Women, the IPCC, and the International Renewable Energy Agency are all on the chopping block, signaling a total pivot away from multilateral social and environmental governance.