• Democratic lawmakers, led by Senator Chris Van Hollen, were denied entry to USAID headquarters amid protests against President Trump’s foreign aid freeze and alleged efforts to dismantle the agency.
  • Elon Musk sparked controversy by claiming Trump agreed to shut down USAID, following Musk’s $267 million donation to Trump’s reelection campaign.
  • Lawmakers plan legal action and legislative measures to block the administration’s moves, emphasizing that dismantling USAID without congressional approval is illegal.

A group of Democratic lawmakers faced resistance on Monday when they attempted to enter the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) headquarters in Washington, D.C. Security officials turned them away, stating the administrator’s front office was unavailable for meetings. This move has sparked further tensions as lawmakers protest President Trump’s freeze on U.S. foreign aid and his alleged efforts to dismantle the agency.

Lawmakers Denied Entry Amid USAID Shutdown Efforts

Led by Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), the group of Democrats argued that the agency is under illegal attack following Trump’s freeze on foreign aid two weeks earlier. The lawmakers were informed by security that while some USAID employees were present, they could not meet with them. After a brief exchange, the group left without incident, describing the situation as “underwhelming.”

Adding to the turmoil, the USAID website went offline over the weekend, with its content shifted to the State Department’s site. Employees were instructed to telework, further fueling uncertainty about the agency’s future.

Musk’s Involvement Fuels Further Controversy

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Controversially, tech billionaire Elon Musk claimed on Monday that President Trump agreed with him to shut down USAID, a statement that heightened frustrations among Democratic lawmakers. Musk’s reported $267 million donation to Trump’s reelection campaign drew sharp criticism.

Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) accused Musk of being part of an “unelected billionaire class trying to take over our government.” Representative Don Beyer (D-Va.) emphasized that USAID cannot be legally disbanded without congressional approval, calling the administration’s actions “illegal.”

Democrats Plan Legal and Legislative Pushback

Van Hollen confirmed that lawmakers are preparing legal action to block Trump, Musk, and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from dismantling USAID. “We’re working with lawyers to try and get an injunction,” said Van Hollen during a press conference held outside USAID headquarters. He also announced plans, alongside Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), to delay Senate confirmations of Trump’s nominees until the agency is safeguarded.

What’s Next for USAID and U.S. Foreign Aid?

The battle over USAID is far from over. While Democrats are rallying to protect the agency, questions about the administration’s ultimate goals remain unanswered. With USAID responsible for key global humanitarian efforts, the stakes are high for both lawmakers and the American public.

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