Trump Administration Targets Senior USAID Staff Following Aid Freeze

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The Trump administration has targeted numerous senior USAID staff by putting them on administrative leave, following a freeze on aid. The freezing of foreign aid has halted programs worldwide and has caused a rush for waivers amidst confusion. Among the affected programs is an anti-HIV initiative that has reportedly prevented 26 million AIDS deaths.

The Trump administration has targeted multiple senior USAID staff after an aid freeze. This action has caused global confusion and a rush for waivers. This decision has resulted in dozens of USAID career civil servants being placed on administrative leave.

Furthermore, President Trump has also paused funding for an anti-HIV program that has previously prevented 26 million AIDS deaths. Additionally, the Trump Administration has put dozens of U.S.A.I.D. Officials on paid leave.

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