A federal judge has ruled that attempts by billionaire Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to dismantle the US Agency for International Development (USAID) could be unconstitutional. This measured response halts DOGE's actions, restoring access for USAID employees who were affected. The ruling follows a lawsuit from current and former employees who assert that Musk holds excessive control over the agency, infringing on constitutional rights. While layoffs at USAID remain, the case highlights significant legal challenges against influential figures attempting to reshape government functions.
"Today's decision is an important victory against Elon Musk and his DOGE attack on USAID, the US government, and the Constitution," said Norm Eisen.
In their lawsuit, the plaintiffs argued that Musk has excessive powers to control USAID, which violates the US Constitution and poses a threat to foreign aid.
After Trump's executive orders, Musk and DOGE froze USAID's payments and email access, significantly impacting the agency's operations and its employees.
Trump expressed his discontent with the ruling, promising an appeal and criticizing the judiciary as filled with "rogue judges that are destroying our country."
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