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UPDATE: We experienced a legal setback last week when the DC Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a stay order on Judge Howell decision in USIP’s favor.

We remain under DOGE control until a full appeal decision, expected in November or later.

Read more at
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The U.S. Institute of Peace experienced a legal setback last week when the DC Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a stay order on Judge Beryl Howell's earlier decision in the Institute's favor. This means that USIP remains under DOGE control until a full appeal decision, expected in November or later, and is effectively unable to operate. However, Judge Howell's ruling that the administration's actions are "null, void, and without legal effect" remains intact and has not been reversed. Recent reports of a new USIP acting president should be seen in this light. The "appointment" is invalid, as it was made by only two ex officio board members. Today, George Foote, USIP counsel, said: "The announced appointment of Darren Beattie as the President of the U.S. Institute of Peace flies in the face of the values at the core of USIP’s work and America’s commitment to working respectfully with international partners. It is also illegal under Judge Howell's May 19 decision. We are committed to defending that decision against the government’s appeal. We are confident that we will succeed on the merits of our case, and we look forward to USIP resuming its essential work in Washington, D.C. and in conflict zones around the world. “For more than 40 years, USIP has served as a trusted source of independent research and analysis and as an intermediary responsible for convening diverse stakeholders around the world to achieve peace. USIP staff and supporters are immensely proud of this legacy and believe fervently in the essential role of mutual respect for the people of all backgrounds who come to the table to mitigate and prevent conflict."
July 29, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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PRESS RELEASE: US Institute of Peace staff faces second ‘Friday Night Massacre’; over 200 fired by DOGE overnight
July 12, 2025 at 9:36 PM
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Fired. Again. The administration wants the future of USIP decided in court. Despite being in the middle of an appeals process, they willingly choose to trash private property and waste government resources, time and energy. Government efficiency, indeed.
July 12, 2025 at 2:02 AM
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DOGEY updates afoot.



More tomorrow.

Don’t forget about us! #USIP
Fenced off Institute of Peace building with a stenciled graphic of Trump with the text “Fascism is Here” in the foreground.
July 10, 2025 at 11:24 PM
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Getting back to the business of peace building at #USIP!
May 22, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Our leadership was able to take back possession of HQ. They were accompanied by a small team who are securing the building and starting to assess the immediate maintenance needs. Peace will prevail!
May 21, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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“Peace is inevitable; violence is not.” -Amb. George Moose
Building with white interior foyer leading down a staircase into a large atrium with glass walls where green trees are visible.
May 20, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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See you back at HQ soon!
Friends of USIP gathered outside the office building steps.
May 19, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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WE WON!
May 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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May 1, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Join us Saturday, 4/26 at 3pm for an afternoon of music at a Friends of USIP benefits concert. Proceeds will support our staff legal fund. Let’s bring our community together and rock out!

Please share this post. Donations can be made at the link below:

www.pragmaticpanic.org/friendsofusip
April 21, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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We're confident that these unlawful actions will be reversed quickly to allow USIP to return to its important work of making possible a more peaceful world.
April 13, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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April 11, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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Lots of love and honks of support at today’s Clap Out. Peace will prevail. 🫶🏽🕊️
April 8, 2025 at 12:33 AM
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April 7, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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See you tomorrow. ✊🏾🕊️💖
April 6, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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USIP Clap Outs planned for:
4/4 Friday 11-1pm, 3:45-5pm

Bigger and Final one:
4/7 Monday 2-6pm

We are encouraging peaceful and respectful signage celebrating USIP, peace, and staff. Stand in solidarity with each other and staff leaving the building!
April 3, 2025 at 4:31 PM