U.S. Congressman Scott Perry alleges that USAID has indirectly funded terrorist groups like Boko Haram and ISIS. He claims millions were mismanaged on projects in Pakistan and Afghanistan. The accusations align with Trump and Musk’s push to shut down the agency, raising concerns about foreign aid accountability.
A U.S. lawmaker, Scott Perry, has accused the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) of indirectly funding terrorist organizations, including Boko Haram. Perry made the allegations during a congressional hearing on government inefficiencies, claiming that taxpayer money was being funneled into terror groups like ISIS, Al-Qaeda, and the Taliban.
He alleged that USAID had allocated millions of dollars to projects in Pakistan and Afghanistan, including school constructions and women’s empowerment programs, but claimed there was no evidence of these initiatives being carried out. Perry further argued that the funding indirectly contributed to terrorism, citing concerns about mismanagement and corruption within USAID.
The congressman’s claims align with former U.S. President Donald Trump’s calls to shut down USAID, branding it as corrupt and inefficient. Billionaire Elon Musk, whom Trump appointed to lead the Department of Government Efficiency, has also criticized the agency, alleging that it operates beyond oversight.
Musk has vowed to dismantle USAID, calling it a "viper’s nest of radical-left Marxists." His remarks reflect ongoing efforts by Trump and his allies to cut government expenditures and reduce bureaucracy.
The allegations have sparked debate over foreign aid spending, with critics demanding an investigation into USAID’s financial dealings. While no official response has been issued, the controversy highlights the challenges in monitoring international aid and ensuring its intended impact.
