Tag #Congressional Authority

How does the administration's justification for the reorganization align with the substantial cuts in foreign aid and USAID's staffing levels?

The reorganization aims to align foreign assistance programs with U.S. interests, according to Secretary Rubio. Critics, however, argue the administration is exceeding its authority by undermining an independent agency. The move follows a significant reduction in foreign aid, approximately $72 billion in 2023, with USAID previously responsible for roughly half of this amount. Now, 83 percent of USAID's contracts have been cancelled.