Trump administration cancels Biden policy on U.S. arms and humanitarian law compliance

The Trump administration has rescinded a Biden policy that required U.S. allies to comply with international law when using American weapons. This policy aimed to ensure that arms transfers would not contribute to human rights abuses. The February 21 order from National Security Adviser Michael Waltz cancels the Biden memo, which mandated assurances from partners regarding the lawful use of arms. Critics argue this move undermines accountability for U.S. taxpayer dollars. Concerns remain about Israel's use of U.S. arms amid ongoing conflicts. The Trump administration appears poised to support Israel more strongly than Biden did, despite allegations of human rights violations in the region.