From Soft Power To Silence: The Collapse Of USAID

August 10, 2025

After more than 60 years of global humanitarian work, the U.S. Agency for International Development has been quietly dismantled, leaving a massive void in aid efforts around the world. This week, we explore what led to the closure, the political forces behind it and why experts warn the ripple effects both at home and abroad could be devastating.

Guest Information:

George Ingram, senior fellow, global economy and development, Brookings Institution & former deputy assistant administrator, U.S. Agency for International Development
Jonathan Katz, senior director, Anti-corruption, Democracy & Security Project, Brookings Institution, former deputy assistant administrator, Deputy Assistant Administrator, U.S. Agency for International Development.