from The National Pulse:
The Trump White House announced late Sunday that it is cutting an estimated 1,600 U.S.-based jobs at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). According to an agency memo, effective Sunday at 11:59 PM, “direct hire personnel” globally have been placed on administrative leave, except for those essential to mission-critical roles and core leadership tasks.
USAID disclosed on Sunday that employees impacted by the Reduction-in-Force received notifications on February 23, 2025, detailing their benefits and rights. Essential personnel were notified by 5:00 PM the same day. For those overseas, USAID is offering a voluntary, funded return program and other benefits while maintaining access to agency resources until their return.
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The staff reduction follows a federal judge’s decision on Friday to allow the administration to proceed with its restructuring plans, rejecting efforts by several government unions to block the move. Earlier this month, President Donald J. Trump placed most USAID employees on administrative leave and repositioned its leadership under Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
These changes have led to the closure of some office spaces. United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has taken over a former USAID office in Washington, D.C. The shake-up aligns with the administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) efforts, led by Elon Musk, who cited excessive spending on ideologically driven projects as the rationale for the downsizing.
Musk asserts the need for a comprehensive overhaul of USAID, calling it unrepairable in its current state. Rubio has underscored the administration’s commitment to continuing some foreign aid programs while eliminating those inconsistent with U.S. national interests. The overarching goal is to maintain effective programs while addressing those lacking alignment with national priorities.
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