DOGE staffers blocked from USADF headquarters

Summary

The U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF) barred DOGE staffers from entering its headquarters amid a dispute over leadership.

Trump is trying to install Peter Marocco as USADF’s head, though USADF Chair Ward Brehm insists Senate confirmation is required.

Trump’s recent executive order seeks to dismantle USADF and similar agencies. Democrats argue this exceeds executive authority.

Marocco has made little effort to alleviate bipartisan concern. He has proposed possible criminal referrals against USAID workers or grant recipients.