- Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has formally asked Elon Musk to investigate USAID's alleged role in political interference in Slovakia, following a narrow escape from an assassination attempt in May 2024.
- Fico accuses USAID of misusing funds to support left-wing propaganda networks, which he believes contributed to the radicalization of his would-be assassin, a left-wing activist linked to USAID and George Soros-funded networks.
- In a letter on X, formerly Twitter, Fico urges Musk, who heads the Department for Government Efficiency (DOGE), to provide detailed information on USAID grants to Slovak NGOs, media and journalists.
- Fico's appeal is part of a broader concern over U.S. influence in European politics, echoed by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and German publisher Sven von Storch, who also criticize U.S. funding for allegedly harming national sovereignty.
- The investigation could have significant implications for U.S. aid practices and political influence in Eastern Europe, potentially reshaping international aid dynamics and emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, a populist and pro-Trump leader, has formally requested Elon Musk's assistance in investigating the role of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in what he alleges is political interference in his country.
The request, made in the wake of Fico's narrow escape from an assassination attempt in May 2024, underscores growing concerns over U.S. influence in European politics. Fico, who has long been critical of foreign-funded organizations and media outlets, claims that USAID funding has been misused to support left-wing propaganda networks, potentially radicalizing his would-be assassin.
In a detailed letter shared on X, formerly Twitter, Fico asked Musk, who heads the Department for Government Efficiency (DOGE), to provide transparent and detailed information about USAID grants awarded to non-governmental organizations (NGOs), media outlets and individual journalists in Slovakia.
Fico's letter emphasizes the gravity of the situation, alleging that USAID funds have been used to distort Slovakia's political system and favor specific political parties.
He wrote, "It is undeniable that funds originating from USAID were also used for political purposes in Slovakia to distort the political system and favor specific political parties." Fico further stated, "In order to distinguish useful projects from gross interference in Slovakia's internal affairs, I urge Mr. Musk to disclose the specifics of subsidies and grants to NGOs, media and journalists in Slovakia."
The Prime Minister also expressed his willingness to meet with Musk personally to discuss the matter, highlighting the urgency of the issue. He stated, "I am ready to meet with Mr. Musk to personally discuss these concerns and to provide any necessary information to facilitate a thorough investigation."
Allegations of radicalization
Fico's decision to seek Musk's help is significantly influenced by the assassination attempt in May 2024. The attacker, a left-wing activist and aspiring poet, reportedly opposed Fico's support for Ukraine war funding and was allegedly linked to networks funded by USAID and organizations associated with George Soros. (Related: Slovak PM threatens sanctions against Ukraine over gas transit cutoff.)
In a June 2024 video, Fico stated, "I have no reason to believe this was an attack by a lone madman." He accused anti-government media of contributing to the political climate that led to the shooting.
Fico's appeal for transparency is not isolated. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has also called for an investigation into U.S. funding for media outlets and NGOs critical of his administration. Orban described such foreign-backed operations as detrimental to national sovereignty.
Conservative German publisher Sven von Storch echoed these concerns, stating, "It is important that patriots in Europe and the USA team up to investigate what seems to be one of the biggest political scandals in history."
Fico's outreach to Musk comes amid broader scrutiny of USAID's role in international affairs. Critics allege that U.S. funding has been used to manipulate political landscapes in sovereign nations. As Musk and DOGE continue to expose U.S. funding practices, Fico's request for transparency underscores growing concerns over foreign interference in European politics.
The investigation, if it proceeds, could have significant implications for the future of U.S. aid and its influence in Eastern Europe. With both leaders calling for clarity, the question remains whether Musk's investigation will uncover significant revelations about the extent of USAID's influence in Slovakia and beyond. The outcome of this inquiry could reshape the dynamics of international aid and political engagement in the region, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in global affairs.
Watch the video below where Fico stated that Ukraine will "never" join NATO.
This video is from Cynthia's Pursuit of TruthReport channel on Brighteon.com.
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