Feature: USAID’s Shutdown: A Crisis or Blessing in Disguise?

5 February 2025

For decades, USAID has been a pillar of U.S. foreign aid, channeling billions into global humanitarian efforts. But now, with its overseas missions shutting down and staff being recalled, the question arises—was the agency truly a force for good, or just a tool for something else? While the decision to freeze operations has sparked panic over funding gaps in critical programs, some see this as an opportunity to break long-standing dependencies and forge a new path.