A fiery public feud erupted between Elon Musk and Hillary Clinton over Musk’s aggressive audits of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). As head of the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Musk aims to slash wasteful government spending under President Trump’s directive.
Clinton accused Musk of “reckless” cuts, warning that defunding international aid risks global instability and undermines U.S. diplomacy. Musk fired back, calling USAID a “slush fund” and accusing it of funneling billions into corrupt hands.
Musk’s audit revealed massive administrative costs and questionable contractor expenses, sparking Republican praise and Democratic outrage. Clinton defended USAID’s role in soft power and foreign policy, saying Musk ignored its strategic value. Democrats called his actions politically motivated, targeting programs linked to previous Democratic administrations.Public opinion remains split: Republicans support Musk’s mission, while Democrats warn of humanitarian fallout. Despite backlash, Musk vowed more audits, potentially expanding to the Department of Education and the EPA.The clash isn’t just fiscal—it reflects deeper divisions over America’s global role. While Musk pushes for efficiency and reduced foreign entanglement, critics argue the cuts jeopardize U.S. influence and global stability. For now, Musk is undeterred, continuing his mission to shake up Washington.