Tammy Bruce Pressed on Costs of Shutting Down USAID for Taxpayers

USAID Closure Costs

• ❓ A reporter inquired about the cost to taxpayers for shutting down USAID, specifically asking for a breakdown of expenses.
• 💰 These expenses include bringing approximately 2,000 USAID officers and their families back from the field, as well as payment settlements for contracts and grants.
• 💸 The cost of severing local staff was also questioned.

Administration's Response to Cost Inquiries

• 💡 Tammy Bruce acknowledged the questions about costs, stating that she is not accustomed to such inquiries.
• 🗣️ She indicated that the administration aims to share how much money is being saved for Americans through these actions.
• 💰 While acknowledging that expenditures are necessary for operations, she emphasized that these are offset by savings from wasteful programs.

Transparency on Savings

• 📊 Bruce suggested that the American people will see the results and fruitfulness of this work.
• 📢 She alluded to the Trump administration being public about money saved through various initiatives, including USAID's work.
• ✅ While the exact format of the announcement is unknown, she anticipates being proud of the money saved and ensuring the public is aware of the effort's outcomes.