Trump admin cuts 1,600 USAID jobs in last-minute purge just before midnight

The Trump administration has announced plans to cut 1,600 positions at the US Agency for International Development (USAID) just before midnight, significantly reducing its workforce and further scaling back international development efforts under the previous administration. The move is seen as a major blow to humanitarian aid programs worldwide, which have been under increasing scrutiny due to controversy surrounding Trump's handling of foreign assistance. The cuts are expected to take effect on January 1, marking one of the largest reductions in USAID staff in its history. The decision has raised concerns among lawmakers and advocacy groups about the potential consequences for global development initiatives.