Elon Musk Podcast Judge Slams the Brakes on Trump’s Plan to Gut USAID as Musk Cheers the ‘Wood Chipper’
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Feb 8, 2025 A federal judge has halted efforts to slash USAID’s workforce, marking a significant legal battle ahead. The Trump administration aimed to transform the agency into what critics call a 'money pit.' Elon Musk chimed in, likening the cuts to 'feeding it into the wood chipper.' Unions argue this is a dangerous strike against global aid, while the political implications of these moves ripple through the landscape. The future of U.S. foreign aid is now at a pivotal crossroads.
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Trump’s Attack on USAID
- The Trump administration aimed to place thousands of USAID employees on leave.
- A federal judge temporarily blocked this action after unions sued, claiming it was illegal and unconstitutional.
Judge Blocks USAID Staff Leave
- Judge Carl Nichols temporarily blocked the Trump administration's plan to put 2,200 USAID employees on leave.
- Two federal employee unions sued, arguing the move was unconstitutional and illegal.
USAID Under Attack
- Unions claimed USAID was under attack, leaving workers and aid recipients vulnerable.
- Trump called USAID corrupt and demanded its closure, echoing his criticism of foreign aid.