In a shocking turn of events, former President George W. Bush has joined forces with notorious Trump foes to condemn the recent decision to shutter USAID, calling it a “colossal mistake” and a “blunder of epic proportions.”
Bush, known for his folksy charm and love of painting, came out swinging against the Trump administration’s decision to defund the United States Agency for International Development, a move that has left many scratching their heads.
In a press conference held at his ranch in Texas, Bush declared, “This decision to close USAID is like trying to paint a masterpiece with only one color. It’s just not going to work, folks.”
Bush was joined by a motley crew of Trump’s most vocal critics, including former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and comedian Alec Baldwin.
Clinton, never one to shy away from a fight, took aim at the administration’s decision, saying, “Closing USAID is like canceling Netflix and expecting to still be entertained. It’s just not going to happen, folks.”
Baldwin, known for his spot-on impersonation of Trump on Saturday Night Live, chimed in with his trademark wit, quipping, “This decision is so bad, even I couldn’t make it up. And I’ve played Trump on TV!”
The group of unlikely allies is calling on Congress to reverse the decision and restore funding to USAID, arguing that the agency plays a crucial role in promoting global stability and security.
In response to the criticism, a White House spokesperson issued a statement saying, “The decision to close USAID was made after careful consideration and is part of our ongoing efforts to streamline government operations. We stand by our decision and believe it is in the best interest of the American people.”
Only time will tell if Bush and his ragtag team of Trump foes will be able to sway public opinion and save USAID from the chopping block. But one thing’s for sure – this battle of the titans is sure to be one for the history books.
