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Republicans Back Musk's DOGE in Foreign Aid Review

2/5/2025

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Republicans in Congress are rallying behind Elon Musk's leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), showing strong support for its examination of foreign aid. While a few GOP members call for oversight, the majority back the administration's commitment to ensuring accountability in spending, especially concerning the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).

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Republicans in Congress are rallying behind Elon Musk's leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), showing strong support for its examination of foreign aid. While a few GOP members call for oversight, the majority back the administration's commitment to ensuring accountability in spending, especially concerning the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).