Lawfare Daily: An Insider’s Account of the Trump Administration’s Dismantling of USAID

On today’s podcast, Lawfare Associate Editor for Communications Anna Hickey talks to Nicholas Enrich, former acting assistant administrator of Global Health at USAID, about his book, “ Into the Wood Chipper: A Whistleblower's Account of How the Trump Administration Shredded USAID .” Enrich details the agency's dismantling during the early months of the Trump administration and whether those doing the dismantling understood the consequences of their actions. He also discusses the impact on global health programs, the role of political appointees and DOGE, and the consequences for international aid and U.S. global health security. To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at . You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at . Support this show . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This episode is 46:13 long.

This episode was published on May 7, 2026.

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