MONROVIA, Feb. 4 -- Liberia is facing growing uncertainty following the Trump administration's suspension of all USAID-funded projects worldwide. The move has triggered widespread concern among government officials, civil society organizations, and citizens, as it threatens critical programs in health, education, media, and governance. Now, with the administration considering a complete shutdown of USAID operations, Liberia is bracing for severe economic and social fallout.

A Consequential Decision with Far-Reaching Impact

The U.S. State Department, justifying the suspension, stated that USAID had "strayed from its original mission of responsibly advancing American interests abroad" and suggested reassessing whether U.S. foreign assista...