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Despite the troubling insights shared by Sopko, time constraints limited further exploration of solutions to rectify these systemic issues within federal spending practices. The dialogue on the effective use of taxpayer dollars will undoubtedly continue as scrutiny intensifies surrounding how federal funds—particularly those allocated for international aid—are managed. With ongoing oversight and reform efforts, the hope is for increased accountability and a shift towards prioritizing impactful results over mere expenditure.