
 Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast
 Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast The Uncertain Future of USAID with Jeremy Konyndyk
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 Feb 18, 2025  Jeremy Konyndyk, President of Refugees International and former USAID official, discusses the chaotic changes at USAID under the Trump administration. He reveals how recent policy shifts threaten to dismantle the agency’s mission, altering American soft power globally. Konyndyk highlights the dire implications for global health, the independence of federal agencies, and the humanitarian efforts jeopardized by budget cuts. He shares personal insights into the challenges faced by USAID personnel and the growing competition from other nations like China. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 3min 
 The Evolution of USAID 
 02:51 • 6min 
 Dismantling Governance: A Legal Challenge to Agency Independence 
 08:59 • 4min 
 Navigating USAID's Workforce and Budgetary Complexities 
 12:55 • 12min 
 Chaos in USAID: Mismanagement and the Risk to Crucial Programs 
 25:11 • 4min 
 Challenges and Dynamics of USAID Operations 
 29:21 • 22min 
 Engagement and Future Insights 
 51:40 • 2min 

