Following the publication of the Presidential Memorandum by the White House on January 7, 2026, the United States has formally notified the Freedom Online Coalition (FOC) of its withdrawal in a letter addressed to Switzerland, FOC Chair 2026, on February 10, 2026, in line with the membership withdrawal process in the FOC Terms of Reference.
While the FOC regrets the withdrawal, the Coalition remains open to re-engagement with the United States in the future. The FOC is committed to its mandate of advancing human rights online through international cooperation and multistakeholder engagement, and will continue its work with its Members, Observers, and partners.
