The Trump administration has temporarily placed about 60 senior officials at USAID on administrative leave as part of a broader strategy to reshape US foreign aid under the America First policy. An internal memo warned staff against actions that could circumvent presidential orders, suggesting significant upheaval within the agency. Critically, this decision has sparked concerns over national security, with former officials stating that targeting experienced civil servants distracts from addressing international threats, such as those posed by China and Russia.
Those being put on leave comprised career staff in the leadership positions of almost all USAID bureaus based in Washington... calling it the Monday afternoon massacre.
This decision undermines our national security and emboldens our adversaries... the Trump administration is going after public servants who have served multiple administrations.
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