Shutting down USAID could halt aid to millions, cede global influence to rivals like China, and cut 52,000 U.S. jobs. It’s a $40B tool for stability and leverage—closing it risks chaos abroad and a dimmer U.S. presence, all for a tiny budget saving.
February 24, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Shutting down USAID could halt aid to millions, cede global influence to rivals like China, and cut 52,000 U.S. jobs. It’s a $40B tool for stability and leverage—closing it risks chaos abroad and a dimmer U.S. presence, all for a tiny budget saving.