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DOGE Staff Enter U.S. Institute of Peace Without Consent

The Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk, accessed the nonprofit's building despite legal arguments asserting its independence.

The United State Institute of Peace building is seen, Monday, March 17, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
The United State Institute of Peace building is seen, Monday, March 17, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
A sign for the United States Institute of Peace is seen on its building headquarters on February 20, 2025 in Washington.
The United State Institute of Peace building is seen, Monday, March 17, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

Overview

  • DOGE employees entered the U.S. Institute of Peace building on Monday after being denied access multiple times, including on Friday.
  • The institute's CEO, George Moose, publicly condemned the action, stating that DOGE 'has broken into our building.'
  • The nonprofit maintains that it is an independent organization established by Congress in 1984 and not subject to executive branch control.
  • DOGE has expressed interest in the institute for weeks but has been rebuffed by legal arguments citing its protected status under U.S. law.
  • The purpose of DOGE's entry into the building remains unclear, with no explanation provided for their actions.