USAID Workforce Slashed From 10,000 to Under 300 as Elon Musk’s DOGE Decimates Agency
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has seen a drastic reduction in its workforce from 10,000 employees to under 300 following a series of unexpected events triggered by Elon Musk’s tweets about the cryptocurrency Dogecoin (DOGE).
In a surprise move, Musk announced that he would be converting all of his Tesla holdings into DOGE, causing a massive surge in the value of the digital currency and leading to widespread panic selling in traditional markets.
The sudden volatility in global financial markets had a ripple effect on USAID, which relies heavily on government funding and donations from private investors to carry out its humanitarian missions around the world.
As a result, the agency was forced to make significant budget cuts, leading to the layoff of thousands of employees and the closure of numerous programs aimed at providing aid and support to developing countries.
Many former USAID workers have expressed shock and dismay at the sudden turn of events, with some calling for Musk to take responsibility for the chaos he has caused in the global economy.
Despite the challenges facing the agency, USAID officials remain optimistic about finding new sources of funding and rebuilding their workforce to continue their important work in the future.
As the dust settles on this unprecedented crisis, questions remain about the long-term impact of Musk’s actions on both the cryptocurrency market and traditional financial institutions.
For now, USAID is focused on regrouping and reassessing its mission in the face of this unexpected and devastating setback.
Only time will tell what the future holds for the agency and the individuals and communities it serves around the world.
