Protesters disrupt House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing on USAID funding

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Protesters disrupt House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing on USAID funding, demanding restoration of aid funding. Committee Chairman pokes fun at protesters for being misinformed. PEPFAR, a global AIDS relief program, receives waiver to continue despite funding freeze.

Key Points

  • Protesters demand aid funding restoration
  • PEPFAR program continues despite funding freeze
  • Exemption for 'life-saving' programs issued by Secretary of State

Pros

  • Protesters bringing attention to USAID funding issues
  • PEPFAR program credited with saving over 20 million lives
  • Exemption for 'life-saving' programs amidst wider funding freeze

Cons

  • Protesters interrupting a formal hearing
  • Criticism of wasteful spending at USAID and state department