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USAID Cuts and Political Dynamics
This chapter delves into the Trump administration's drastic cuts to USAID, discussing the implications of reduced funding for various programs, including those linked to bat virus research. It also features an investigative reporter who critiques the actions of the government and explores how recent staffing changes within the U.S. Digital Service reflect broader partisan shifts. The conversation emphasizes the importance of transparency in government spending and critiques the political landscape's response to executive actions on significant social issues.