
About this episode
WSJ’s Joel Schectman joins Ryan Knutson and Molly Ball to explore the dismantling of USAID and what it means for America’s future as a global leader. Plus, Trump's tariffs, a Gaza proposal and remaking the CIA.
Further Listening:
- Inside USAID as Elon Musk and DOGE Ripped It Apart
- Trump’s Tariff Whiplash
Further Reading:
- How Trump Gutted America’s $40 Billion Aid Agency in Two Weeks
- CIA Offers Buyout to Entire Workforce as Part of Trump Makeover
- Democrats Have a New Leader but Haven’t Come to Grips With Failure
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