Trump asks why give India $21 mn when it has lots of money.

• Trump questions the $21 million given to India for voter turnout, citing high Indian tariffs.

• He cites India as one of the world’s highest taxing countries.

• The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) disclosed that USAID contributed $21 million to the Election Commission for voter turnout.

• Trump expresses respect for India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but questions the allocation of the funds.

• Prior to Modi’s bilateral meeting with Trump, the US announced reciprocal tariffs.