Under the Trump administration, overseas aid has been severely curtailed, spearheaded by Peter Marocco, an ally of the former president. His leadership of the office of foreign assistance (F) has led to a freeze on programs and layoffs, raising concerns among officials about the erosion of congressional oversight. Marocco, described as a destroyer rather than a disruptor, has faced criticism for undermining staff and disrupting operations without formal announcements. Staff learned of his orders to halt work through indirect communications, reflecting a broader strategy to reshape USAid according to a new vision.
Marocco's consolidation of power undermines congressional checks, equipping a non-Senate-confirmed appointee to destroy USAid as part of a broader agenda.
The order to stop work at USAid was communicated through emails and cables from Marocco, which many staff only learned of upon receipt.
Former officials characterize Marocco not merely as a disruptor but as a destroyer, highlighting the systematic dismantling of USAid operations.
The plan appears to be to destroy USAid and rebuild it according to a specific agenda without regard for existing protocols.
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