The Trump administration announced a major downsizing at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), putting most staffers on leave and planning to cut at least 1,600 U.S.-based jobs. This decision follows a federal court ruling that allowed the administration to proceed with its controversial plan. Senior USAID officials indicate a shift towards more targeted staffing, retaining approximately 600 personnel for critical functions. This move aligns with Trump's broader objectives of reducing federal government size, particularly in foreign aid operations that have been longstanding.
The decision to place nearly all USAID staff on leave signals a drastic shift in US foreign aid policy, driven by the Trump administration's desire to reduce government size.
Only designated personnel responsible for mission-critical functions will remain active, showcasing the administration's intent to fundamentally alter how aid and development are administered.
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