House panel hearing over USAID shutdown

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Former USAID administrator Andrew Natsios discusses House panel hearing over USAID shutdown, with a D.C. federal judge extending a restraining order against Trump administration's actions.

Key Points

  • Judge extends restraining order by one week
  • Plaintiffs claim 'unprecedented dismantling' of agency
  • Government argues for handling grievances via MSPB
  • Trump administration accused of waste and fraud
  • Order would have placed 2,200 employees on leave

Pros

  • Judge extends restraining order against shutting down USAID
  • Employees' safety concerns addressed
  • Temporary reinstatement of some employees

Cons

  • Allegations of waste and fraud against USAID
  • Dispute over jurisdiction for handling grievances