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White House withholds $3.6 million in promised funding to World Anti-Doping Agency

The White House has decided to withhold $3.6 million in previously promised funding to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), as reported by the Washington Post. This decision comes amidst ongoing tensions between the U.S. and WADA, particularly concerning the handling of doping cases involving Russian athletes. The U.S. has been critical of WADA's perceived leniency towards Russia, especially after the reinstatement of the Russian Anti-Doping Agency (RUSADA) despite previous doping scandals. The withheld funds were part of a larger $10 million commitment made by the U.S. to support WADA's efforts in maintaining clean sports globally. This move reflects broader geopolitical frictions and could impact WADA's operations and its ability to enforce anti-doping regulations worldwide.

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