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USAID Employees Fear Privacy Breach Amid Agency Shutdown

The U.S. Agency for International Development, or USAID, is pictured Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

An anonymous employee at U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has expressed deep concerns about recent actions by Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), citing fears of privacy breaches and potential repercussions for themselves and their colleagues.

The employee, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, highlighted the anxiety within USAID following the Trump administration's announcement of plans to shut down the agency, leading to a sense of insecurity and uncertainty among staff members.

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