Judge declines to temporarily block DOGE takeover of US Institute of Peace
- A federal judge declined to block the Department of Government Efficiency's takeover of the U.S. Institute of Peace, as per Judge Beryl Howell's ruling on March 19, 2025.
- Judge Howell expressed disappointment about DOGE's use of law enforcement during the takeover events.
- The judge indicated the need for more information about the nonprofit's status under executive jurisdiction and whether the statute for member removal is lawful.
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Federal Judge Issues Crucial Ruling For DOGE
U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell declined to issue a temporary restraining order against the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, allowing its continued control over the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP). The ruling comes amid escalating tensions following DOGE’s forceful entry into USIP’s headquarters. Established by Congress in 1984, USIP functions as an independent, nonpartisan institution dedicated to preventing and res…
Judge denies USIP's restraining order against DOGE
A judge denied former board members from the U.S. Institute of Peace’s request for a restraining order against the Department of Government Efficiency but remained sympathetic. In a Thursday ruling, U.S. District Judge Beryl A. Howell rejected the request by several former USIP board members, saying there was “confusion in the complaint on a number of levels.” However, she was staunchly critical of the Trump administration for its decision to ge…
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