Trump signs law that withholds U.S. WADA dues

The U.S. Congress has passed a law that allows the country to withhold its annual dues to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) until the organization addresses the U.S. government's concerns about its alleged susceptibility to Chinese influence. The law was signed by former President Donald Trump as part of the broader spending bill. The U.S. has been a major contributor to WADA's funding, providing around $2.7 million per year, which accounts for roughly one-fifth of the organization's budget. The U.S. government has accused WADA of being biased towards China and not effectively addressing doping issues in the country. The new law requires WADA to implement reforms and demonstrate its independence from external influence before the U.S. resumes its financial support. This decision reflects the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and WADA, as well as the broader geopolitical rivalry between the U.S. and China, which has also impacted other international organizations.