The Trump administration's decision to freeze nearly all USAID operations worldwide, including in Bangladesh, has created uncertainty for thousands of development projects. The 90-day suspension, aimed at aligning aid with U.S. foreign policy, has halted funding for over 100 countries, affecting critical sectors like health, agriculture, governance, and social development. In Bangladesh, more than 100 USAID-funded projects worth $200 million have been suspended, putting thousands of jobs and beneficiaries at risk. Organizations like icddr,b are facing severe consequences, with mass layoffs already underway. While Rohingya relief aid remains unaffected, the broader impact on Bangladesh's development efforts is significant.