by: John Clore | 3/20/2025 at 7:42 AM

USAID Under Fire: Audits Reveal Billions in Wasteful Spending

Elon Musk and President Trump Push for Government Efficiency

In an effort to combat government waste, former President Donald Trump and entrepreneur Elon Musk, through the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), have launched an extensive audit of federal agencies. One of their primary targets is the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), which has come under scrutiny for funding controversial and non-essential programs, many of which critics claim do not serve American interests or taxpayers.

The audit has revealed billions of dollars being allocated to questionable initiatives, sparking debates on the necessity of such programs and whether taxpayer dollars are being misused. Below is a breakdown of some of the most controversial expenditures uncovered.

Transgender Cultural Projects in Latin America:

  • $47,000 for a “transgender opera” in Colombia.
  • $32,000 for a “transgender comic book” in Peru.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives Abroad:

  • $1.5 million to promote job opportunities for LGBTQ individuals in Serbia.
  • $70,884 to create a U.S.-Irish musical promoting DEI in Ireland.
  • $10,000 to encourage Lithuanian corporations to adopt DEI values.
  • $8,000 to promote DEI among LGBTQ groups in Cyprus.

Children’s Educational Programs in the Middle East:

  • $20 million to fund “Ahlan Simsim,” an Arabic version of “Sesame Street” aimed at educating children in Iraq and surrounding regions.

Miscellaneous Cultural and Development Projects:

  • $2.5 million allocated for electric vehicles in Vietnam.
  • $6 million to support tourism in Egypt.

Condom Distribution Programs:

  • $50 million allocated for condom distribution in Gaza.

Support to International Organizations:

  • $37 million contributed to the World Health Organization.

Gender Development and Climate Initiatives:

  • $16 million for institutional contractors in gender development offices.
  • $4 million for the Center for Climate-Positive Development.

Administrative and Support Services:

  • $12 million for support services to the Bureau for Resilience, Environment, and Food Security.

Promotion of Atheism and Political Influence:

  • $446,700 to promote the expansion of atheism in Nepal.
  • $1 million to boost French-speaking LGBTQ+ groups in West and Central Africa.

Rationale Behind the Audit:

The decision to audit government departments stems from a desire to ensure taxpayer dollars are utilized effectively and align with national interests. By scrutinizing expenditures like those listed above, the administration seeks to reallocate resources to programs that directly benefit American citizens and uphold the nation’s priorities.

Conclusion:

The establishment of DOGE under Elon Musk’s leadership reflects a commitment to fiscal responsibility and governmental efficiency. By identifying and addressing questionable expenditures, the administration aims to foster greater accountability and ensure that federal funds are spent in ways that best serve the American public.

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