Former U.S. President Donald Trump made striking accusations on Thursday, asserting that “billions of dollars have been stolen at USAID and other agencies.” Trump described this potential financial misconduct as possibly “the biggest scandal of them all, perhaps the biggest in history,” emphasizing that the Democrats will not be able to obscure this issue due to its magnitude. This alleged scandal refers to the vast sums of money allocated by USAID that seemingly never reached the intended recipients who needed it the most. Instead, other resources from USAID reportedly ended up with NGOs purportedly orchestrating illegal immigration to the U.S.
In a rather alarming revelation, USAID-branded bags were allegedly handed out to illegal migrants on their way to the U.S. border as far back as 2018. In numerous instances, the aid did not effectively reach the citizens it was meant to assist. Trump went further to question the allocation of millions to what he termed the “left-wing rag,” Politico, posing the rhetorical question of “who else” might have benefited improperly from USAID funds.
The situation spotlights troubling issues of financial mismanagement and corruption reportedly embedded in USAID activities, a narrative that Fox News Digital corroborated by tracing allegations of mismanagement that pre-date Trump’s second administration. This raises serious questions about the agency’s operational integrity and management practices.
USAID doesn’t even reach the African citizens. What is the point of that program? https://t.co/ImNIv8ORLk
— Tiff 🥀☠️ (@discotacos_) February 6, 2025
Billionaire tech mogul and Chair of DOGE, Elon Musk, has emerged as a formidable critic of USAID, rallying against what he perceives as excessive government spending and inefficiency. Established under the Kennedy administration to manage foreign economic assistance, USAID now finds itself in the crosshairs of Musk’s campaign to curb governmental excesses. Musk, in an audio message posted on the social media platform X, disclosed ongoing discussions about dismantling USAID, reportedly with Trump’s agreement.
Trump’s reliance on Musk highlights the growing partnerships forming in the battle against bureaucratic corruption and government waste. Their collaboration underscores a determined push to hold entities accountable and reduce federal expenses, a sentiment that could resonate deeply with taxpayers concerned about fiscal responsibility.
The allegations against USAID underscore a larger issue of suspected corruption within government agencies, a narrative increasingly pinned on Democratic governance. By fostering such debates, Trump seeks to galvanize public sentiment against perceived mismanagement and stimulate calls for transparency and reform.
These revelations demand thorough investigation and accountability to protect taxpayer money and ensure that aid truly reaches those it aims to help. Without addressing these concerns ethically and effectively, trust in governmental institutions may further erode.