James Comer U.S. House of Representatives from Kentucky's 1st district | Official U.S. House Headshot
James Comer U.S. House of Representatives from Kentucky's 1st district | Official U.S. House Headshot
The Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency (DOGE) convened to examine the implications of U.S. foreign aid policies under the Biden Administration. The hearing, titled "America Last: How Foreign Aid Undermined U.S. Interests Around the World," focused on alleged mismanagement and misuse of taxpayer dollars by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
Chairwoman Greene criticized USAID's allocation of funds, claiming it supports extremist agendas abroad. She stated, “Not only is USAID giving $70,000 for a DEI musical in Ireland or $50,000 for a transgender opera in Colombia to entrench their left-wing ideology across the globe."
Gregg Roman from the Middle East Forum presented evidence suggesting USAID's associations with Hamas-linked organizations. He commented, “This is not a conspiracy. This is a U.S. government communication…Behind me you’ll see the Bayader and Unlimited Limited Friends Association, two groups in Gaza.”
Max Primorac from The Heritage Foundation argued that U.S. aid funds nations opposing American principles: “We have been funding radical NGOs around the world that oppose capitalism, democracy, NATO, and Christianity…”
Tyler O’Neil of The Daily Signal highlighted potential corruption within foreign aid programs: “Arabella Advisors…launched nonprofits that funnel cash to various left-wing initiatives…”
Rep. Timmons supported efforts to reform foreign aid policies: “77 million people voted for President Trump because we are out of balance.” Rep. Cloud emphasized bureaucratic control over foreign aid allocations: “…the people sending money are not elected officials…”
Chairwoman Greene also accused President Biden of using USAID as leverage for personal gain related to his son’s business interests in Ukraine.
Roman described how terrorist organizations might exploit foreign aid loopholes despite existing safeguards.
Rep. Burlison criticized USAID as failing American taxpayers: “…it’s all under the guise of being charity.”
Rep. Jack pointed out issues with transparency requirements being evaded by grant recipients.
Finally, Rep. Gill questioned diversity hiring practices within federal agencies involved in foreign aid.
The Subcommittee aims to realign U.S. foreign aid with national interests while addressing waste and fraud concerns.
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