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USAID Under Trump: Challenges and Changes
This chapter examines the profound transformations within USAID during the Trump administration, focusing on the disruption of aid programs and its impact on foreign service officers. Personal testimonies reveal the psychological strain amid a climate of uncertainty, while the importance of USAID's role in humanitarian efforts, particularly in Somalia, is discussed. The chapter highlights the interconnectedness of development, diplomacy, and defense, emphasizing the need for continued U.S. involvement in international conflicts to stabilize regions and combat threats like al-Shabaab.