Rubio's Concern for USAID: Now Where Did That Come From?
The Hill reports Marco Rubio (R-FL) criticizing USAID over transparency, calling for tighter scrutiny. This sudden concern about where taxpayer dollars go is almost touching, if it weren't for the historical context. Rubio, a consistent recipient of hawkish PAC money, has voted consistently for massive military aide packages to foreign nations, often with less 'transparency' than a blackout drunk.
For instance, he voted for continued, unconditional military aid to Israel, despite its documented use against civilians, without ever questioning its 'effectiveness' in securing peace. One might wonder if Rubio's sudden interest in USAID's books aligns more with pleasing his donors who prefer military solutions over humanitarian ones. According to OpenSecrets.org, Rubio’s campaigns have received
significant contributions from pro-Israel PACs, including millions from groups that actively lobby for increased military aid abroad. His voting record on sanctions and military assistance, often in line with these donors' agendas, suggests a selective concern for accountability. This isn't about 'hypocrisy'; it's a feature, not a bug, of how foreign policy gets made in Washington.