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State Dept. confirms shutdown of counter‑foreign‑information office; budget review ongoing

3043836 · April 18, 2025
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State Department spokesperson Tammy said Secretary Rubio has permanently closed the Counter Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference Office (formerly the Global Engagement Center) and announced a transparency initiative as the department reviews its programs ahead of the president's budget submission.

State Department spokesperson Tammy said Secretary Rubio has permanently closed the Counter Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference Office, formerly known as the Global Engagement Center (GEC), and that the department has launched a "sweeping transparency initiative."

Tammy characterized the move as part of a broader review of the department’s programs and global posture ahead of the administration’s budget submission. She said the Office of Management…

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