How Much the U.S. Spends on Foreign Aid, and Where It Goes

How Much the U.S. Spends on Foreign Aid, and Where It Goes

One of the most frequently discussed budget items in the United States is the amount the country spends on foreign assistance. Between the fighting in Ukraine and Israel, this is once again a very hot topic as the US provides significant financial support to both nations.  In fiscal year 2023, the last full year for which complete data is available, the US remained the single largest donor of foreign aid, with a total allocation between $65 bill…