Today marks a confluence of pivotal developments spanning the realms of politics, economics, and environmental policy, offering a comprehensive snapshot of the issues shaping the global agenda. Central to the political discourse is a prominent legislative package, strongly associated with former President Donald Trump, which continues to generate considerable attention […]
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The D Brief: DOD budget developments; Trump touts Everglades detention center; Lancet: USAID cuts could cost 14M lives by 2030; And a bit more.
This edition of ‘The D Brief’ consolidates crucial updates across various governmental and global sectors, highlighting significant policy developments that underscore the profound impact of current decisions on national defense, domestic governance, and international humanitarian efforts. A primary focus remains on the latest advancements concerning the Department of Defense (DOD) […]
Bono Bids Emotional Farewell to USAID Staffers Fired By Trump: ‘You Were the Best Of Us’
In a poignant display of bipartisan solidarity and deep respect, U2 frontman Bono joined former Presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush on Monday, June 30th, to bid an emotional farewell to United States Agency for International Development (USAID) staffers dismissed amidst significant Trump administration cuts. The gathering underscored a […]
Bush, Obama — and singer Bono — fault Trump’s gutting of USAID on agency’s last day
The final day of the Trump administration saw an extraordinary bipartisan condemnation of its substantial reductions to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), with former Presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush uniting alongside celebrated activist and musician Bono to voice their profound concerns. This rare joint statement from […]
USAID cuts may cause over 14 million additional deaths by 2030, study says
A recent study has issued a stark warning: significant cuts to the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) could lead to an estimated 14 million additional deaths globally by 2030. This alarming projection underscores the profound human cost associated with reductions in foreign aid, highlighting the critical role USAID […]
USAID cuts could lead to 14 million deaths over the next five years, researchers say
A recent study projects a harrowing future, forecasting that over 14 million people could perish in the next five years, a direct consequence of the Trump administration’s proposed dismantling or significant reduction of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). This alarming projection underscores the profound and far-reaching implications of […]
Bush and Obama fault Trump’s gutting of USAID on agency’s last day
In a rare display of bipartisan unity, former Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama have jointly delivered sharp criticism regarding Donald Trump’s administration policies, specifically citing the significant curtailment of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) operations and funding. This notable rebuke, voiced as the agency concludes its […]