Trump says 'male circumcision in Mozambique' is a 'scam.' What's the program about?

South African boys from a rural area are briefed by an health worker from Doctors Without Borders before undergoing medical circumcision as a form of HIV prevention. The U.S. has supported male circumcision programs in countries with high rates of HIV. In his address to Congress this week, President Donald Trump listed aid programs that he considers an "appalling waste" and included "$10 million for male circumcision in Mozambique."

In his Tuesday address to Congress, President Trump listed U.S.-funded programs that he considers an "appalling waste" — including "$10 million for male circumcision in Mozambique."

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