The U.S. Institute of Peace has undergone a dramatic reduction in staff, with most employees receiving late-night termination notices via email. The layoffs were executed by the Trump administration and are part of a broader strategy targeting the nonprofit organization. Reports indicate that nearly all staff at the Institute have been dismissed, prompting criticism and concern over the political motivations behind such drastic measures. Sources reveal that the mass firings come shortly after a significant standoff involving DOGE leadership, further complicating the situation for the staff. The move is perceived as a federal purge that raises questions about the future of peace initiatives in the U.S.