The DOGE team, backed by Elon Musk, is facing significant resistance from various federal agencies, particularly the U.S. African Development Foundation, which has actively blocked DOGE employees from entering its offices amid ongoing disputes over management and funding. Reports indicate instances of heated standoffs where agency staffers refused entry to DOGE personnel, leading to legal actions from both sides. Lawmakers are expressing concern over the potential dissolution of essential aid agencies in Africa and Latin America, arguing that such moves could undermine U.S. influence in these regions. Despite efforts by DOGE to take control of the agency and streamline operations, the pushback from dedicated aid workers and agency heads has intensified, with many employees citing the importance of their work and the ramifications of DOGE’s intervention.