Elon Musk And Trump Administration Move To Dismantle USAID: Implications And Reactions

Elon Musk And Trump Administration Move To Dismantle USAID: Implications And Reactions

In a significant shift in U.S. foreign aid policy, Elon Musk, in collaboration with the Trump administration, has initiated steps to dismantle the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). This move has sparked widespread debate, given USAID’s pivotal role in distributing billions of dollars in humanitarian aid globally. Background of USAID Established in 1961, … Read more

Trump Administration Overhauls USAID: Global Staff Put On Leave Amid Aid Shakeup

Trump Administration Overhauls USAID: Global Staff Put On Leave Amid Aid Shakeup

In a sweeping move, the Trump administration has placed all direct-hire employees of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) on administrative leave globally, effective February 7, 2025, at 11:59 pm EST. This decision is part of a significant restructuring of U.S. foreign aid operations. Background of the Overhaul The restructuring follows an executive order … Read more