Staff Reports
American taxpayers have finally stopped footing the bill for foreign media that was once bankrolled by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). This move has understandably sent the left into a tizzy, with concerns rapidly bubbling over about the impact on global journalism and democracy. However, for most sensible Americans, this cut might feel like a long-overdue breath of fresh air—one that’s as refreshing as a cold drink on a hot summer day.
President Donald Trump’s recent decision to put a 90-day hold on all USAID foreign aid has slashed a whopping $268 million from media outlets spanning more than 30 countries. This revelation comes from the agency’s own 2025 foreign aid budget, as summarized by Reporters Without Borders. The previous USAID regime was boasting about funding 6,200 journalists, 707 news outlets, and 279 media-sector civil society organizations. Apparently, they were trying to prove that “fake news” has global roots.
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Journalists from around the world are whining about the impact these cuts will have on their pockets. Take, for instance, a Belarusian reporter who claimed that their outlet, which had articles lined up till the end of January, risks shutting down if a miracle doesn’t happen soon. A CEO from a Kyiv-based outlet echoed that sentiment, lamenting that 80% of their budget is now gone. It seems that foreign media’s dependency on American taxpayers was greater than anyone realized.
Naturally, the Democrats predictably erupted in outrage, claiming that USAID’s mission was crucial. But let’s not forget the more sinister aspect of the agency’s activities. This organization has been throwing taxpayer dollars at projects that most Americans wouldn’t put a dime towards. Contributions included $1.5 million to worsen workplace dynamics in Serbia under the guise of diversity, equity, and inclusion, along with millions for electric vehicles in Vietnam and “LGBT activism” in Guatemala. Does anyone think the average American cares what happens with tourism in Egypt or if a foreign news outlet is able to continue pushing an agenda they don’t support?
While globalists and journalists fret over the loss of U.S. taxpayer-funded support for “democracy,” the truth is that many believe USAID operates as a soft-sell PR firm for leftist ideologies, rather than promoting actual democratic values. Commentators have called it a mere front for the CIA, suggesting that it serves the interests of Washington elites rather than those of everyday Americans. Scholars and analysts alike have commented that USAID has become an unaccountable agency engaged in covert operations without proper oversight. If nothing else, the agency deserves a hard look from those who believe that funds should serve the American public first and foremost.
Critics like Elon Musk have dove into the conversation, accusing USAID of paying media organizations to churn out propaganda. This sentiment resonates with those who feel the government should prioritize American interests instead of subsidizing dubious “news” outlets abroad. This move to cut off funds is not just a fiscal decision; it reflects a broader desire to redefine what support should look like on the world stage, and whether it should benefit the American people or foreign agendas. If nothing else, the Trump administration made one thing clear: the days of pumpin’ taxpayer dollars into bizarre foreign media projects may have finally come to an end.
