Nashville Standard

Rep. Mark Green addressed the House Committee on Foreign Affairs during a hearing titled "The USAID Betrayal." In his opening statement, Rep. Green expressed gratitude to Chairman Mast for his leadership and emphasized the need for reform in diplomatic strategy. He stated, "Accountability is coming."

Rep. Green criticized USAID, describing it as an "unapologetic front for a far-left agenda" and accused it of promoting "radical, idiotic, and often anti-American priorities." He questioned spending decisions such as funding pottery lessons in Morocco.

He noted that no Democrats have shown concern over what he described as wasteful spending. Rep. Green remarked on a surge in searches for criminal defense attorneys in Washington, suggesting it indicates underlying issues.

Highlighting historical context, Rep. Green mentioned that President Kennedy created USAID through an executive order in 1961 and contrasted this with reactions to President Trump's actions.

He criticized the Biden administration's handling of programs like PEPFAR, accusing them of undermining relationships with African nations by imposing ideological conditions on aid.

Addressing misinformation, Rep. Green clarified that Elon Musk does not have access to personal data but holds a top-secret security clearance due to his work with NASA.

Rep. Green concluded by defending young individuals serving the country and expressed offense at dismissive references to their capabilities.