USAID SUSPENDS INTERNATIONAL RELIEF AND DEVELOPMENT FROM RECEIVING U.S. GOVERNMENT AWARDS - usaid.gov

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) suspended the contractor International Relief and Development (IRD) from receiving U.S. Government awards. The Agency's review revealed serious misconduct in IRD's performance, management, internal controls and present responsibility. USAID has a zero tolerance policy for mismanagement of American taxpayer funds and will take every measure at our disposal to recover these funds.

USAID places the highest priority on ensuring that U.S. Government funds deliver results and are used wisely, effectively and for their intended purpose. Over the past several years, the Agency has increased oversight of its contracts and grants and the suspension of IRD demonstrates USAID's continued commitment to accountability.

The Agency is aware that the USAID Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is conducting an investigation of IRD. USAID will continue to work closely with the OIG during its investigation.  Read More For Immediate Release

USAID Suspends International Relief and Development from Receiving U.S. Government Awards
The Washington Post reports.

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