Trump and Musk Push to Dismantle USAID, Prompting Constitutional Concerns

The administration's actions include freezing foreign aid, laying off workers, and granting Musk's team unprecedented access to federal agencies.

President Trump and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) have initiated a freeze on USAID operations, locking employees out of systems and furloughing thousands of workers.
Musk announced that Trump agreed to shut down USAID, citing inefficiency and alleged misuse of funds, though legal experts argue such a move exceeds presidential authority.
USAID's website has been taken offline, and its headquarters in Washington, D.C., has been closed to employees, with DOGE personnel reportedly accessing sensitive government systems.
Critics warn that the dismantling of USAID disrupts vital global programs, including HIV/AIDS treatment, disaster relief, and support for vulnerable populations, with potentially life-threatening consequences.
Legal and political experts describe the situation as a constitutional crisis, raising alarms about the unchecked power of Musk and the administration's disregard for congressional oversight.