The Trump administration has rapidly reallocated over $175 million from the State Department’s human rights fund before a funding deadline. A significant portion, $40 million, is designated for an anti-communism fund. Notably, the funding also supports groups advocating for white Afrikaner rights in South Africa and campaigns opposing Brazil’s supreme court. Additional programs aim to bolster ideological allies in Europe who champion “western civilizational norms”. This move occurred despite congressional concerns and requests to halt the reallocation. The State Department has not confirmed whether it disregarded congressional holds on the funds, sparking criticism over the redefined scope of “human rights” and potential political motivations behind the diversion. The Guardian reported on the last-minute obligation of these funds.