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USAID Cuts & Superbowl Preview | Afternoon Update | 2.7.25
Feb 7, 2025
Explore the significant cuts to USAID and their effects on staffing and job growth. Discover the latest updates on trade policies and the flu crisis impacting a majority of states. Plus, get excited for Super Bowl 59 as the Kansas City Chiefs aim for a historic third consecutive win against the Philadelphia Eagles. Stay informed on air traffic control reforms and the political landscape as migrant challenges unfold in Florida.
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- The Trump administration's drastic cuts to USAID, shrinking personnel significantly, aim to reform the agency following allegations of insubordination.
- The U.S. economy displayed resilience with job growth and a lower unemployment rate, despite ongoing concerns about the outdated air traffic control system.
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Significant Cuts to USAID
The Trump administration is implementing extensive staff reductions within USAID, decreasing personnel from over 10,000 to under 300. Many employees are either being placed on administrative leave or terminated, accompanied by the cancellation of numerous aid contracts. Secretary of State Marco Rubio supervises these changes, asserting their necessity to regain control over an agency he describes as suffering from significant insubordination. This drastic approach reflects the administration's intent to reform the agency amidst rising scrutiny and demands for accountability.
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