The US Agency for International Development, or USAID, is facing scrutiny for its spending habits, with some programs deemed wasteful and others criticized for promoting cultural imperialism. Elon Musk, a key figure in the Trump administration's efforts to streamline government spending, has been at the center of the controversy. Meanwhile, the Middle East is abuzz with news of a potential US-led effort to rebuild Gaza, with some experts hailing it as a bold move and others criticizing it as impractical.
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