Federal judge blocks Trump administration's dismantling of U.S. Institute of Peace, calling the actions null and void. The administration forcibly took over the Institute's headquarters and terminated staff and activities worldwide. White House defends actions as reducing failed entities like USIP to statutory minimum. Judge denounces the administration's power usurpation and traumatic treatment of USIP employees.
Key Points
Federal judge blocks Trump administration's dismantling of U.S. Institute of Peace
Judge deems actions null and void, criticizes power usurpation
White House defends actions as reducing failed entities to statutory minimum
Judge denounces traumatic treatment of USIP employees
Pros
Reduction of failed entities to statutory minimum
Enforcing executive authority
Cons
Unlawful actions including removal of leadership and termination of staff