PDB Situation Report | February 8th, 2025: Trump Takes A Wrecking Ball To USAID & Declassifies JFK Files
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USAID: Oversight and Geopolitical Strategy
This chapter examines the United States' geopolitical strategy concerning aid, focusing on USAID's role and the need for better congressional oversight. It highlights the challenges of the budgeting process, particularly under President Trump's administration, and critiques the lack of accountability in foreign aid expenditures. The discussion raises concerns about restructuring USAID to enhance its effectiveness amid global competition with nations like China and Russia.
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