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How Trump and Musk’s Aid Policy Shake-Up Impacts the World’s Poorest
Over $489 million in aid is stuck in limbo, with no verified fraud uncovered, while global health programs like malaria prevention and HIV treatment are collapsing.
Over $489 million in aid is stuck in limbo, with no verified fraud uncovered, while global health programs like malaria prevention and HIV treatment are collapsing.
Trump scored a rare legal win as a judge upheld his termination of the CBP One app, a Biden-era migrant program.
A federal judge blocked Elon Musk’s DOGE from accessing the U.S. Treasury’s payment system, citing privacy and legal concerns.
The judge’s temporary order halts further actions until February 14, citing irreparable harm to employees and families.
Critics argue funds spent on LGBTQ advocacy, media projects like an Iraqi Sesame Street, and tourism promotion in Egypt fail to address pressing global issues like poverty and disaster relief.
Federal workers’ groups have filed a lawsuit, arguing the downsizing is illegal without congressional approval and risks national and global interests.
Public trust in Musk is eroding across party lines, with 46% of Americans believing he should have no influence in shaping federal policies.
Elon Musk sparked controversy by claiming Trump agreed to shut down USAID, following Musk’s $267 million donation to Trump’s reelection campaign.