Dismantling USAID: Impacts on Global Health and Security

This chapter explores the recent changes at USAID and the implications of diminishing foreign aid programs on global health and U.S. national security. Experts discuss the crucial role of USAID in combating epidemics and supporting vulnerable populations, warning that cuts to these initiatives could harm U.S. influence internationally. The conversation raises concerns about how these shifts might empower adversaries like China and Russia while undermining ongoing efforts to address critical health issues worldwide.