A New York Times investigation into Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency found that sweeping federal cuts caused widespread disruption while delivering far less savings than claimed. Among the programs affected were 13 Plan International USA grants, including education initiatives designed to keep girls in school and prevent early and forced marriage.
As Plan International USA president and CEO, Shanna Marzilli, told The New York Times, “When we left, a lot of parents could no longer afford to send their children to school,” underscoring how abrupt funding decisions can reverse progress for children and girls, even when the dollar amounts appear small.
Read more in The New York Times: How Did DOGE Disrupt So Much While Saving So Little?
