The inspector general of the U.S. Agency for International Development, Paul Martin, was fired by the Trump administration after his office released a report criticizing the administration’s downsizing of the agency. The report warned of risks associated with staffing gaps, including potential funding of terrorist organizations. Martin was notified of his dismissal via email from the Office of Presidential Personnel, thanking him for his service. The White House did not immediately respond to requests for comment on his firing. The report also highlighted concerns about delays in providing lifesaving assistance due to waivers issued by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. In response to Trump’s freeze on foreign assistance, USAID contractors filed a lawsuit to block the funding freeze. The administration had announced plans to place almost all direct hires at USAID on administrative leave, prompting legal action from labor groups. A judge intervened to temporarily halt these measures and rescinded administrative leave for hundreds of workers. Martin expressed gratitude to his colleagues after his removal and emphasized the importance of their work in overseeing USAID programs.
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