Trump's administration issued an Executive Order freezing foreign-aid spending, leading to Elon Musk and his team effectively dismantling USAID.
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Trump's administration issued an Executive Order freezing foreign-aid spending, leading to Elon Musk and his team effectively dismantling USAID.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Trump froze foreign aid and moved USAID functions to the State Department.1 source
- Elon Musk oversaw the shutdown of USAID services, which included providing free medical treatment and medication supplies. Marco Rubio testified regarding the USAID termination.Sub-event
Trump's EO freezes foreign aid, leading to the effective destruction of USAID by Musk's team.1 source
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
- Several political figures, including Laura Loomer, Benny Johnson, Charlie Kirk, and Jack Posobiec, are reported to be aligned with Donald Trump's movement.
- The Democratic National Committee is facing leadership struggles and criticism for anti-Trump rhetoric, while Hakeem Jeffries was questioned on non-citizen voting.
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Elon Musk
businessman and entrepreneur (born 1971)