
(StraightShooterNews.com) – In a bombshell move, tech mogul Elon Musk and President Donald Trump have joined forces to dismantle USAID, the long-standing agency responsible for U.S. foreign aid.
Musk’s scathing criticism of USAID as a “criminal organization” has set the stage for a dramatic overhaul of America’s international assistance programs.
The shockwaves began when USAID staffers received an unexpected directive to stay away from the agency’s Washington headquarters.
This sudden closure came at a time when reports revealed that 600 USAID employees found themselves locked out of the agency’s computer systems overnight, signaling a quick and decisive action against the organization.
Known for his bold initiatives and outspoken nature, Musk did not mince words when he declared on his social media platform X, “USAID is a criminal organization. Time for it to die.”
“It became apparent that it’s not an apple with a worm in it. What we have is just a ball of worms. You’ve got to basically get rid of the whole thing. It’s beyond repair…We’re shutting it down,” Musk stated.
This statement and Musk’s assertion that President Trump agreed to shut down the agency has sent ripples through the political landscape and international aid community.
President Trump echoed Musk’s sentiments, criticizing USAID leadership as “radical lunatics” and expressing his administration’s commitment to rooting out wasteful and mismanaged government entities.
The Trump administration is reportedly considering folding USAID’s remaining functions into the State Department, which would significantly alter the landscape of U.S. foreign assistance.
The move against USAID is part of a larger effort led by Musk, who has been conducting a civilian review of the federal government with Trump’s blessing.
Dubbed DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency), this initiative seeks to reduce the federal workforce, slash regulations, and eliminate unnecessary or ineffective programs.
As the largest donor of humanitarian aid globally, USAID’s potential dismantling has raised concerns about the impact on U.S. foreign policy and international influence.
Critics argue that reducing America’s role in global aid could create a power vacuum that rival nations like China might eagerly fill, potentially compromising U.S. national security interests.
The sudden actions against USAID have not gone unchallenged. Democrat lawmakers have voiced alarm over unauthorized access to classified systems.
They also claim that President Trump lacks the authority to unilaterally restructure the agency.
Senator Elizabeth Warren has been particularly vocal, accusing the administration of allowing Musk to access sensitive information and halt crucial funding streams.
As the situation unfolds, the fate of USAID hangs in the balance. The agency’s main social media accounts have been deleted, and its website is down, leaving many to speculate about the future of U.S. international aid efforts.
This bold move by Musk and Trump represents a significant shift in America’s approach to global assistance and may reshape the country’s role on the world stage for years to come.
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