The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has allocated approximately $270 million to support independent media and the free flow of information in 2025.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, has intensified its scrutiny of federal agencies, focusing on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This initiative aligns with President Donald Trump's directive to identify and eliminate government waste and fraud.
On February 5, 2025, the House Oversight Committee convened to discuss the federal government's size and efficiency. During the session, Ranking Member Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) introduced a motion to subpoena Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), to testify about his role in restructuring federal agencies. Connolly emphasized the need for oversight, questioning Musk's authority to implement significant changes without congressional approval.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed Wednesday that the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has provided funding to multiple media outlets, including Politico.
On Tuesday, representatives from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) were observed at the FBI headquarters in Washington, D.C. The purpose of their visit remains undisclosed, leading to widespread speculation. This development follows recent reports that DOGE personnel have been granted access to sensitive federal systems, including the U.S. Treasury's payment infrastructure.
The Trump administration has initiated a significant reduction of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) workforce, placing nearly the entire Washington, D.C., staff on leave.
Less than two weeks into his second term, President Donald Trump has wasted no time in implementing his agenda, focusing on national security, economic reform, and government accountability.
