In a significant development, 1,600 employees of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) have lost their jobs as the agency undergoes a massive restructuring. This move comes after a judge ruled on Friday, Feb. 21, allowing the Trump administration to proceed with dismantling USAID.
The sudden layoffs have left many USAID workers grappling with uncertainty, as other employees have been placed on paid leave amidst the upheaval. The decision marks a pivotal moment in the agency's history, signaling a shift in U.S. international development efforts.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington on the impact of these changes and what it means for the future of USAID.
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