Merkley Confronts Sec Rubio Over Aid Cuts Tied to Child Deaths

Senator Jeff Merkley didn't hold back. In a tense Senate hearing, he directly confronted Secretary Marco Rubio about the devastating global consequences of dismantling USAID — including claims that these actions contributed to the deaths of hundreds of thousands of children. Backed by studies from top institutions and health experts, Merkley demanded answers about contract cancellations, foreign aid cuts, and the lack of due process. Rubio dismissed the data as “fake” — sparking one of the most emotionally charged moments on Capitol Hill.

📌 Topics Covered:

USAID shutdown and emergency aid freeze

Global child mortality and malnutrition

Alleged lack of congressional consultation

Studies from Harvard, Boston University, and Nature

U.S. leadership in global health and humanitarian relief

Constitutional and ethical implications of executive overreach

📣 This is a must-watch for anyone who cares about U.S. global leadership, human rights, and accountability in government.

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