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Judge bars Trump administration from shutting peace institute that sought to end violent conflicts

The judge ruled that the think tank, which was created and funded by Congress, was taken over by “blunt force.”

U.S. Institute of Peace employees hold an impromptu celebration on the steps of the U.S. Institute of Peace, Monday, May 19, 2025, in Washington, after federal district Judge Beryl A. Howell blocked the Trump administration from moving forward with dismantling the organization.  (AP Photo/Gary Fields)
U.S. Institute of Peace employees hold an impromptu celebration on the steps of the U.S. Institute of Peace, Monday, May 19, 2025, in Washington, after federal district Judge Beryl A. Howell blocked the Trump administration from moving forward with dismantling the organization. (AP Photo/Gary Fields)
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The organization was taken over by Musk's DOGE.

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