Concerns Rise Over Proposed Cuts to Child Labor Programs
Recent reports indicate that the Trump administration is moving to eliminate various programs aimed at combating child labor internationally. The anticipated cuts are causing alarm among organizations committed to labor rights, including the American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA) and the Solidarity Center. Both groups have issued statements expressing their discontent with the proposed elimination of contracts related to child labor prevention. These developments raise serious concerns about the future of labor rights initiatives and the potential impact on vulnerable populations worldwide.
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