Marco Rubio Appointed as Acting Director of USAID Amid Reports of Agency Reorganization Under Trump Administration

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been appointed acting director of USAID, amidst a power struggle between the Trump administration and USAID officials. The agency's headquarters was closed on Monday, with employees asked to stay home, amid concerns about the agency's future. Rubio has accused USAID officials of insubordination for failing to answer questions about spending and priorities, labeling their actions as "unacceptable". This move is seen as a significant power grab by the Trump administration, with some close advisers even calling USAID a "criminal organization".