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During a recent conversation, the topic of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) took center stage. Stewart challenged the notion that USAID fosters a free press when, paradoxically, it funds thousands of journalists and numerous news organizations worldwide. He pointedly questioned how these journalists could be considered independent when their salaries come from taxpayer dollars, suggesting that this creates an environment ripe for propaganda rather than genuine journalism. This query underscores his broader concern regarding government overreach and misrepresentation masked as support for democracy.