Millions of People Are Dying from USAID Cuts - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica highlights the severe humanitarian consequences resulting from significant cuts to USAID (United States Agency for International Development) programs, actions linked to Elon Musk’s involvement with a political entity dubbed the “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) during the Trump administration. These budget reductions have reportedly led to the premature deaths of hundreds of thousands, with projections estimating up to 14 million deaths over five years. The cuts have devastated critical aid efforts, including food assistance to refugee camps and global health initiatives such as HIV response programs, exacerbating suffering among vulnerable populations like the Rohingya children and refugees worldwide. The piece underscores the bipartisan support USAID historically enjoyed due to its vital role in saving lives and enhancing U.S. global standing. It criticizes the Trump-era political appointees and Musk’s actions for dismantling these programs, describing the resulting humanitarian crisis as “horrible” and “beyond words.” Various experts, journalists, and politicians cited in the article condemn the