President Donald Trump announced the cancellation of several federal contracts he described as wasteful and nonsensical, targeting programs approved under the previous administration. Among the contracts revoked were projects tied to so-called “food justice” initiatives, which involved taxpayer-funded surveys and studies criticized for lacking practical value.
According to Trump’s cabinet officials, a review of government spending uncovered numerous agreements that failed to produce measurable results or serve a clear purpose. The administration cited several examples, including research grants focused on food-related equity surveys that officials labeled unnecessary.
Trump’s team argued that such contracts drained federal resources without delivering meaningful outcomes for American taxpayers. The canceled projects were part of a broader effort to eliminate what the administration described as excessive spending on politically motivated programs.
In a statement, Trump vowed to continue scrutinizing government contracts and redirecting funds toward initiatives that directly benefit the nation’s economy, security, and infrastructure. Cabinet members said the review process is ongoing, with additional cuts expected as agencies re-evaluate their budgets.
The decision has sparked debate in Washington, with supporters praising the move as a crackdown on government waste, while critics accused the administration of undermining programs aimed at addressing social and economic disparities. Despite the pushback, the administration confirmed that the cancellations will remain in effect as part of Trump’s cost-cutting agenda.