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Feb 10, 2025 The podcast dives into the rapid dismantling of USAID under Trump and Musk, stirring shock across the political spectrum. It highlights Trump's new budget chief, an author of Project 2025, and the surprising ways the controversial plan is manifesting despite his disavowal. Concerns over bird flu are raised as deaths occur in NYC zoos, affecting egg prices. Plus, Trump’s new tariffs on aluminum and steel, the Eagles’ Super Bowl LIX victory, and Kendrick Lamar’s electric halftime performance are all discussed.
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USAID as Low-hanging Fruit
- The Trump administration targets USAID because it's low-hanging fruit within the federal bureaucracy.
- Cuts to foreign aid, which primarily affect other countries, won't directly impact most Americans outside of Washington, D.C.
Vought's Influence
- Russ Vought, confirmed as OMB director, previously froze aid to Ukraine and Puerto Rico.
- Vought views the OMB as a president's air traffic control, wielding significant power over federal spending.
Project 2025 in Action
- Russ Vought, a key architect of Project 2025, now leads the Office of Management and Budget.
- Despite Trump's disavowal of Project 2025, many of its proposals, like reshaping the federal government and addressing social issues, are being implemented.