United States Agency for International Development
Coverage of United States Agency for International Development in the Nexus archive.
- Former USAID head says 'people are dying' after dismantling
The Trump administration dissolved the United States Agency for International Development as an independent agency one year ago. USAID, which delivered humanitarian aid, fought disease, responded to disasters, and advanced U.S. interests, was a central tool of American foreign policy. The former administrator Samantha Power highlighted the impact of its dismantling.
- Chester County names Michele DiCaprio as new voter services director, following 2025 election controversy
Chester County appointed Michele DiCaprio as the new director of the Department of Voter Services following controversy around the 2025 election. DiCaprio previously worked as a foreign service officer with USAID in Mozambique, focusing on democracy and governance. She holds degrees from Indiana University and the Fletcher School at Tufts University.
- UNRWA fires 70 Gaza staffers amid allegations of Hamas ties, says terminations not admission of guilt
UNRWA fired 70 Gaza staff amid allegations of Hamas ties, stating the decision was to mitigate safety risks and not an admission of guilt. A USAID investigation referred over 100 UNRWA staff for suspension or dismissal, citing involvement in Hamas activities. Israeli authorities accuse UNRWA of being linked to Hamas and using its infrastructure for terrorism.
- Trump’s NATO threat is strategic illiteracy
The article criticizes President Trump's threats to withdraw from NATO as strategic illiteracy, highlighting his controversial actions against international organizations like WHO and WTO, as well as U.S. agencies such as FEMA and USAID. It frames his policies as reckless and harmful to America.