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The dissenting lawmakers raised questions about the motives behind these budget cuts, arguing against any moves to improve technological systems, particularly air traffic control following a catastrophic crash that claimed many lives. They insisted that attempts to modernize outdated systems should be welcomed, while their criticisms targeted Musk and his administration’s intentions, reflecting hypocrisy they attributed to the Democrats.
The political fallout increased as speakers pointed out that the government's spending habits had grown increasingly bloated over the years. With taxpayer money at stake, many voices in Congress pushed for a new level of accountability within USAID, one that had long been neglected.