The administration of US President Donald Trump is reportedly weighing a budget proposal that would eliminate nearly all funding for international organizations, including NATO and the United Nations, according to The New York Times. The report cites senior officials and an internal memo as sources.

The proposed cuts are part of a broader plan to slash the State Department’s budget by almost 50%. Two unnamed officials told The Times that the proposal would also significantly reduce funding for international peacekeeping missions, educational and cultural exchange programs, as well as humanitarian and global health initiatives.

According to the Associated Press, multiple sources confirmed the existence of the proposal but noted that it is still in the early stages and would require several rounds of internal review before reaching Congress. A senior US official described the plan as “aggressive” in its efforts to cut costs.

Responding to questions about potential NATO budget cuts, State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce emphasized that the US remains committed to the alliance. However, she noted that Washington views NATO primarily as a deterrent rather than a combat tool.

“We want to make sure the nations in NATO can actually deliver on its mission, which is to serve as a deterrent. It’s not about fighting wars but preventing them,” Bruce said.

The Trump administration has long pushed for NATO members to raise their defense spending, arguing that the US contributes an outsized share. Trump has previously warned that the US may reconsider defending allies who fail to meet the alliance’s financial commitments.

In a statement on Monday, Vice President J.D. Vance echoed these concerns, stating that Europe must not remain a “permanent security vassal” of the United States. He argued that the current structure serves neither American nor European interests.