Trump Labels USAID’s $21M India Fund a ‘Kickback Scheme’ – BJP & Congress Clash
Date: 21-feb-2025
Trump Calls USAID’s $21M India Fund a ‘Kickback Scheme’ – BJP vs Congress
In a fresh controversy, former U.S. President Donald Trump has slammed a $21 million USAID fund for India, calling it a "kickback scheme." This statement has sparked a major political row between BJP and Congress, raising concerns over foreign funding in Indian elections.
🔎 What is the $21 Million USAID Fund for India?
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) had initially planned to allocate $21 million to India, allegedly to boost voter participation. However, Trump alleged corruption, questioning why U.S. taxpayers' money was being spent on Indian elections.
🔥 BJP Reacts: Allegations of Foreign Interference
- The BJP IT cell accused the opposition parties of being beneficiaries of the funds.
- Amit Malviya, a senior BJP leader, suggested that these funds could have been used to support "deep-state assets."
- The ruling party demanded an investigation into USAID’s India funding and its connection with local political groups.
🗳️ Congress Defends: Calls BJP’s Claims Baseless
- Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera dismissed BJP’s accusations, saying that if any such fund entered India, it was due to the government’s own failure.
- He argued that the BJP is using this controversy as a diversion from real issues.
📌 Trump’s Statement on USAID’s Funding
Trump raised concerns about the USAID allocation to India, stating that it was likely a "corrupt money-laundering scheme." He claimed that the U.S. should not be sending funds abroad without clear accountability.
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🌍 Why This Controversy Matters
- Foreign funding and Indian elections – raises questions about external influence.
- BJP vs Congress battle – both parties accusing each other of involvement.
- U.S. policy under Trump – scrutiny of international aid programs.
With the Lok Sabha elections approaching, this issue is likely to remain in the spotlight. While BJP demands answers, Congress continues to deny any wrongdoing. How will this impact India-U.S. relations? Only time will tell.
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