About this episode
WSJ’s Joel Schectman joins Ryan Knutson and Molly Ball to explore the dismantling of USAID and what it means for America’s future as a global leader. Plus, Trump's tariffs, a Gaza proposal and remaking the CIA. Further Listening: - Inside USAID as Elon Musk and DOGE Ripped It Apart - Trump’s Tariff Whiplash Further Reading: - How Trump Gutted America’s $40 Billion Aid Agency in Two Weeks - CIA Offers Buyout to Entire Workforce as Part of Trump Makeover - Democrats Have a New Leader but Haven’t Come to Grips With Failure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices