Elon Musk Calls USAID a “Criminal Organization,” Trump Supports Him

Billionaire Elon Musk has criticized the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), calling it a “criminal organization” on Sunday. Musk’s comments came after a video suggested USAID was involved in “rogue CIA work.” He also claimed, without providing evidence, that USAID used taxpayer money for bioweapon research, including Covid-19, which he said killed millions.

Musk’s post sparked a reaction from former President Donald Trump, who also criticized USAID, calling it “run by radical lunatics” and said he was considering its future. Trump expressed his support for Musk, stating that the billionaire was “doing a good job.”

USAID is responsible for providing humanitarian aid worldwide, but it has faced ongoing criticism, especially regarding allegations of misuse of funds and political influence. Musk’s comments reflect his ongoing challenge to government agencies, focusing on reducing what he and Trump see as wasteful spending and overreach.