Liz Cheney to Elon Musk regarding her past work at USAID: ‘Damn Right’
Former Rep. Liz Cheney proudly acknowledged her previous work with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in response to a tweet from Elon Musk. Musk, who is leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative to reduce government waste and fraud, has set his sights on the agency.
In reply to a post by Mike Benz, founder of the Foundation for Freedom Online, stating that Cheney had been “spawned out of USAID,” Musk simply wrote, “Interesting.” The tweet included a screenshot from an article highlighting Cheney’s tenure at the agency.
Cheney didn’t back down, boldly retorting to Musk, “Damn right, @Elon. I’m proud of what America did to win the Cold War, defeat Soviet communism, and defend democracy. Our nation stood for freedom. You may be unfamiliar with that part of our history since you weren’t yet an American citizen.”
Benz shared Cheney’s response along with Musk’s tweet, emphasizing Cheney’s connection to USAID. Musk, in agreement, replied, “No kidding.”
President Donald Trump also shared Musk’s tweet on Truth Social, further propelling the discussion.
According to the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress, Cheney served as a staffer at USAID from 1989 to 1992. She gained notoriety as one of the ten House Republicans who voted to impeach Trump following the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot.
Cheney’s political involvement continued as she endorsed and campaigned alongside former Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee who lost to Trump. Additionally, Cheney played a pivotal role on the House Select Committee investigating the events of January 6.
President Joe Biden recognized Cheney’s dedication by awarding her the Presidential Citizens Medal. He also issued pardons to lawmakers and staff from the committee to protect them from potential “politically motivated prosecutions.”
In a recent statement during an X spaces event, Musk expressed his harsh criticism of USAID, likening it to “a bowl of worms.” He emphasized that the agency is beyond repair, drawing a stark contrast to an apple contaminated by a worm.
This ongoing discourse between prominent figures underscores the complex dynamics within political and government circles. As the conversation around USAID and government efficiency continues, it remains a topic of significant interest and debate.
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