In a significant shift at the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), a DOGE official has been appointed to a prominent leadership position, specifically serving as chief operating officer. This move has drawn attention as it follows a period of restructuring within the agency, which was previously under the direction of top Trump officials tasked with its dismantling. The transition comes alongside the departure of Pete Marocco, a key Trump appointee, who will continue his career at the State Department. This appointment raises questions about the future direction of USAID and how the newly installed leadership, including representatives from DOGE, will navigate the challenges ahead.