A massive shakeup in U.S. foreign aid is happening! 🇺🇸 President Donald Trump has decided to fire nearly all USAID staff and shut down the agency—even as Myanmar struggles with a deadly earthquake.
What’s Happening with USAID?
🔹 USAID (U.S. Agency for International Development) has helped countries for over 60 years.
🔹 Trump’s administration, led by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is cutting thousands of jobs.
🔹 All remaining staff will be fired between July and September unless required by law.
🔹 The State Department will take over what’s left of the agency.
What About the Myanmar Earthquake?
🌍 A 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 1,600 people.
🌍 USAID used to lead global disaster relief efforts, but with staff cuts, it’s unclear who will step in.
🌍 China, Russia, Turkey, and India are expected to send aid first.
Reactions to the Decision 😱
💬 Experts Warn: Cutting USAID’s team could leave millions without help.
💬 Jeremy Konyndyk (Refugees International): “This is a total abdication of U.S. leadership.”
💬 Sarah Charles (Former USAID Official): “It’s devastating to watch in real time.”
Will the U.S. Still Help?
🔹 Trump says the U.S. will send aid to Myanmar.
🔹 The State Department claims they can still deploy Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DART), but no timeline is given.
🔹 Contracts for urban search & rescue teams were briefly canceled but reinstated.
What’s Next?
With over 80% of USAID programs canceled, will the U.S. still be a leader in global aid? Or is this a new era of American foreign policy? 🌎🇺🇸 Stay tuned!
