U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries
A 281-page spreadsheet obtained by The Times lists the Trump administration’s plans for thousands of foreign aid programs.
United States Agency for International Development
USAID’s New Leadership Includes DOGE Official Who Helped Dismantle Agency
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he had canceled 83 percent of U.S.A.I.D.’s programs. A federal judge found that efforts to shutter the agency were likely unconstitutional.
DOGE Reverses Move That Made Its Claims Nearly Impossible to Check
After getting called out, Elon Musk’s cost-cutting group reinstated details about the grants that it canceled.
Elon Musk’s Role in Dismantling USAID Likely Violated Constitution, Judge Finds
It appears to be the first time a federal judge has acted to constrain Elon Musk, a top adviser to President Trump. The judge also ordered agency functions be partially restored, though that relief could be temporary.
Why the Arabic ‘Sesame Street’ and Other Cuts Are Not Really About Fraud
As President Trump and Elon Musk cut federal programs, they often equate political and policy differences with corruption.
U.S.A.I.D. Official Orders Employees to Shred or Burn Classified and Personnel Records
A union representing career diplomats demanded that the aid agency follow the Federal Records Act. Some documents could be relevant in court cases.
Tuberculosis Resurgent as Trump Funding Cut Disrupts Treatment Globally
The United States was the major funder of tuberculosis programs. Now hundreds of thousands of sick patients can’t find tests or drugs, and risk spreading the disease.
Judge Orders U.S.A.I.D. and State Dept. to Pay Funds ‘Unlawfully’ Withheld
The order prohibited the agencies from “unlawfully impounding congressionally appropriated foreign aid funds” owed to contractors and grant recipients. It applied to work completed before Feb. 13.
When It Comes to the Economy, Does Trump Have Musk’s Pain Tolerance?
Wall Street’s slide puts pressure on Musk and Trump, for different reasons.
Elon Musk and Marco Rubio Share Awkward Social Media Embrace After White House Confrontation
Days after Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Elon Musk sparred at the White House, Mr. Rubio announced cuts to foreign aid that Mr. Musk had ordered.