Political Strategies and Foreign Aid Under Trump

This chapter explores the shifting dynamics of Trump's administration, focusing on his preference for loyalist advisors and the contentious role of figures like Steve Bannon. It discusses the impacts of Trump's policies on USAID and the controversies surrounding government spending, particularly in relation to global humanitarian efforts versus domestic needs. The conversation raises critical questions about the motivations driving prominent figures like Trump and Elon Musk in shaping U.S. foreign aid and its implications on global governance.