Lawmakers and legal experts argue that the Trump administration’s attempt to shut down the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is unconstitutional and will likely face court challenges.
Over the weekend, Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) took control of USAID’s headquarters, shutting out employees and restricting system access. Musk, who has accused USAID of corruption, claimed his team took a “wood chipper” to the agency.
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) denounced the move, stating, “We don’t have a fourth branch of government called Elon Musk.” Critics argue that since Congress codified USAID’s independence in 1998, Trump cannot unilaterally dissolve it. Legal experts warn that mass employee suspensions could trigger lawsuits.
Trump insists an executive order is sufficient, citing alleged fraud within USAID. Experts at the Center for Global Development refute Musk’s claims of widespread corruption, saying USAID maintains low fraud rates and delivers essential aid.
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