In a transformative move, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, acting on behalf of the Trump administration, has decided to dismantle the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) by September 30, consolidating all foreign aid operations under the State Department.
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This restructuring reflects President Trump’s commitment to a more concentrated and American-first approach to global aid distribution.
Critics, however, warn of potentially devastating impacts on international aid programs.
The Trump administration’s decision to eliminate all USAID overseas positions marks a significant shift in the management of U.S. foreign aid.
Under the guidance of Secretary of State Marco Rubio, this move aims to provide a direct line of accountability and streamline operations under the State Department’s control.
Such changes were preceded by a comprehensive review that resulted in the termination of 5,200 out of USAID’s 6,200 programs worldwide.
Critics within the agency have voiced concerns about the widespread layoffs that will affect hundreds of foreign service officers, contractors, and local employees globally.
These changes follow an executive order by President Trump on January 20 that froze foreign assistance pending a closer review.
In this same vein, 90% of USAID’s foreign aid contracts were cut by February, reflecting the administration’s effort to prioritize efficiency over bureaucracy.
One controversial aspect of the restructuring is the role of Elon Musk, who, as the leader of the “department of government efficiency,” openly celebrated the streamlining of USAID’s robust structure.
Supporters of the move insist that USAID had strayed from its original mission, becoming an unwieldy bureaucracy in need of reform.
Secretary Marco Rubio took on the role of acting administrator, emphasizing the need to return to effective governance.
Even amidst changes, senior officials have raised alarms about severe repercussions, including increased risks of child malnutrition and resurgence of diseases like malaria and polio.
Concerns have also been amplified by reports ordering remaining officials to destroy classified documents, pointing to the administration’s intent to fully transition operations with minimal disruption.
This restructuring has already had significant implications for USAID. The agency’s workforce has plummeted from 10,000 to just 294 employees.
Moreover, resources such as the USAID website and social media accounts disappeared in February, further signaling the administration’s comprehensive approach to reshaping foreign aid administration.
Despite the challenges and criticisms, the administration remains steadfast in its approach.
The consolidation effort demonstrates a commitment to ensuring every dollar aimed at foreign aid results in tangible U.S. interests and global impact.
Whether this shift will lead to the proposed efficiency or lead to unintended negative consequences remains to be seen as Americans critically watch these developments unfold.
BREAKING: Trump admin to wipe out all USAID overseas staff by Sept 30 — The Guardian 🔥🇺🇸
Good riddance to fraud and waste.
100+ countries, thousands of posts — gone. pic.twitter.com/11YZrZI6qt
— Global Dissident (@GlobalDiss) June 11, 2025
