Trump Considers Drastic Reduction of U.S. Diplomatic Presence in Africa: Draft Plan

A leaked draft executive order under consideration by the Trump administration proposes a significant downsizing of U.S. diplomatic operations in Africa. The plan includes eliminating the Bureau of African Affairs, closing most embassies and consulates in Sub-Saharan Africa, and consolidating remaining missions under a new Special Envoy Office reporting directly to the National Security Council. Additionally, the draft suggests abolishing State Department offices focused on climate change, democracy, and human rights .