A former Republican administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has publicly criticized Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump for their roles in drastically downsizing the agency. Referring to the recent buyout program and budget cuts as “a lot of garbage,” the former official argued that these moves undermine USAID’s global mission and weaken America’s influence abroad. The buyout initiative, reportedly orchestrated by Musk in collaboration with Trump’s administration, offers federal employees financial incentives to resign, part of a broader effort to shrink the federal workforce. Critics contend that gutting USAID will cripple the agency’s ability to provide foreign aid, promote democracy, and respond to international crises. Supporters of the cuts argue that reducing the agency’s size is essential to eliminate waste and streamline government operations. This public condemnation from a member of Trump’s own party highlights growing concerns over the long-term impacts of slashing USAID’s budget and workforce on U.S. foreign policy and humanitarian efforts.
‘A Lot of Garbage’: Former Republican USAID Administrator Slams Musk and Trump for Gutting Agency
