The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Daily: What Is Happening with USAID?
Feb 4, 2025
In a compelling discussion, former USAID insiders George Ingram, Tony Pipa, and Jonathan Katz shed light on the agency's tumultuous past, especially during the early Trump administration. They unpack the ramifications of the foreign assistance freeze and the sudden upheaval of personnel, highlighting the implications for U.S. global standing. The conversation also touches on the legal complexities surrounding funding and the critical importance of bipartisan support for foreign aid, alongside the pressing challenges USAID faces in maintaining its influence on national security.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
The Turmoil of USAID: Foreign Assistance and U.S. Global Standing
03:09 • 4min
Impact of U.S. Foreign Assistance Freeze
07:20 • 20min
Legal Controversies Surrounding Congressional Funding Powers
27:22 • 2min
Navigating Legal Challenges in Government Services
29:39 • 6min
Legal Complexities of Congressional Authority over USAID
35:22 • 3min
The Impact of Foreign Assistance Policy Changes
37:53 • 17min
Navigating Political Leverage and Foreign Assistance
54:47 • 7min
Challenges and Future of USAID in U.S. National Security
01:01:19 • 3min