Elon Musk declares war on USAID, labels it a “Criminal Organization”
Billionaire Elon Musk has publicly declared war on the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), calling it a “criminal organization.”
This announcement follows a recent confrontation between Musk’s government task force and USAID officials, which led to the suspension of two top security personnel.
Musk, appointed by President Donald Trump to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), expressed his frustration on social media after agency officials denied his team access to secure areas at USAID’s Washington headquarters.
He stated, “Time for it to die,” aligning with Trump’s ongoing efforts to cut foreign aid.
Reports indicate that USAID’s Director of Security, John Voorhees, and Deputy Brian McGill were placed on leave after blocking DOGE personnel due to a lack of security clearance. However, it has been reported that access was ultimately granted to the classified sections.
The White House dismissed the incident as media exaggeration, with communications director Steven Cheung labeling the claims as “fake news.” Meanwhile, Katie Miller, a DOGE official, confirmed that no classified material was accessed without the proper clearances.
The controversy has reignited concerns about the future of USAID, which Trump has hinted may face drastic cuts or an outright dissolution.
Over the weekend, USAID’s official website went offline, leading to speculation about a potential merger with the State Department.
Senator Chris Coons criticized the Trump administration for its actions against USAID, claiming it is dismantling crucial foreign aid efforts.
Other lawmakers, including Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, expressed alarm over Musk’s influence in government, emphasizing the national security risks posed by allowing a private citizen access to classified information.
