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Government Officials Put on Leave After Allegedly Trying to Circumvent Trump’s Orders

Last updated: July 30, 2025 8:00 pm
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This article was originally published  by The Epoch Times: Government Officials Put on Leave After Allegedly Trying to Circumvent Trump’s Orders

USAID Employees Suspended Amid Allegations of Circumvention

In a move reminiscent of a political thriller, the acting administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced the suspension of several agency employees amid claims they sought to sidestep executive directives issued by President Donald Trump. This decision, disclosed in a memo on January 27, has left many scratching their heads—what exactly does it mean for governance and our international commitments?

Jason Gray, USAID’s acting administrator, stated that new leadership had unearthed actions within the agency that “appeared to be designed to circumvent the President’s Executive Orders and the mandate from the American people.” This revelation has led to the suspension of these employees, who will receive full pay and benefits while the agency conducts a thorough investigation.

As of now, the exact number of suspended officials remains a mystery, as USAID has chosen not to provide further details. Critics are already dubbing this event the “Monday afternoon massacre,” a term coined by Francisco Bencosme, formerly the agency’s lead on China policy. Bencosme warned that this decision not only jeopardizes national security but also empowers adversaries by diverting focus from pressing global issues such as China, North Korea, and Russia.

Congressman Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.), a prominent voice in the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has characterized this move as unnecessary and detrimental. He pointed out that the officials affected were largely apolitical, suggesting their removal serves no constructive purpose.

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The Role of USAID and Political Critiques

For those unfamiliar, USAID is an independent federal agency responsible for spearheading U.S. efforts in international development and humanitarian assistance. From aiding foreign farmers to improving educational infrastructure globally, its work is crucial for fostering international goodwill and stability.

However, the agency has faced criticism, particularly from Republican circles, regarding specific priorities—most notably, funding for contraceptives in Afghanistan. This has sparked calls from some, like Rep. Mike Collins (R-Ga.), to dismantle USAID altogether, a move that raises eyebrows about the future of U.S. international aid.

Executive Orders and Foreign Aid Suspension

Since taking office, Trump has issued a series of executive orders impacting both USAID and the State Department, the latter being a key partner for the agency. One particular order placed a 90-day suspension on U.S. foreign aid, with the administration arguing that current foreign policy does not align with “American interests” and, in some instances, is “antithetical to American values.”

In alignment with this directive, a spokesperson for the State Department announced on January 26 that Secretary of State Marco Rubio had halted all foreign assistance funded through the department and USAID. The review aims to ensure efficiency and compliance with the “America First” agenda.

A subsequent memo clarified that this pause on foreign aid spending would result in a “complete halt” unless exceptions were made for emergency humanitarian efforts, a necessary lifeline for vulnerable populations worldwide.

In response to these developments, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres urged the U.S. government to consider further exemptions to maintain critical humanitarian activities, underscoring the potential human cost of these political maneuvers.

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