On June 22, 2025, The New York Times released a chronological story detailing the decline of USAID. The article, derived from investigations, interviews with former agency personnels, social media, and news sources, traces the period from President Trump’s inauguration until February 3rd, the final day of the agency’s operation. Executive Order 14169 instructing USAID officials to immediately suspend new obligations and disbursements of development aid funding for a 90-day review provided ambiguous guidance, even to his own appointees. Jason Gray,…
Confusion and Missteps Characterize the Fall of USAID
