Anna Maria Barry-Jester
Investigative reporter at ProPublica specializing in public health and humanitarian reporting, author of a multi-part series on the fallout from USAID aid cuts in Africa.
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Dec 18, 2025 • 21min
The human toll of Trump's war on aid
Anna Maria Barry-Jester, an investigative reporter at ProPublica with a focus on public health and humanitarian issues, explores the severe implications of Trump's aid cuts. She reveals how these decisions led to chaos within USAID, resulting in halted life-saving services across Africa. Barry-Jester highlights the tragic impact on communities, detailing a cholera outbreak in South Sudan and drastic food ration reductions for refugees in Kenya. The conversation underscores the strategic importance of aid in promoting stability and reducing conflict.
