Adolfo Franco

Republican strategist and former senior USAID official with experience in international development and conservative critiques of UN bureaucracy and multilateral institutions.

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Jan 9, 2026 • 25min

What is the impact of US withdrawal from dozens of international agencies?

Adolfo Franco, a Republican strategist and former USAID official, shares his critical views on the UN's inefficiencies. Matthew Duss, former adviser to Bernie Sanders, argues US withdrawals damage national security and global stability. Andrew Gilmour, ex-UN Assistant Secretary-General for Human Rights, discusses the detrimental effects on humanitarian efforts and US influence. They delve into the political motives behind cuts, the risks of unilateralism, and the debate over the UN's relevance amid calls for reform.

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