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The US State Department is set to acquire a $500 million building seized from the US Institute of Peace (USIP), according to former employees. The building may be repurposed for Donald Trump's proposed "Board of Peace," potentially violating a court order. The USIP, established by Congress in 1984, is an independent institution that works to prevent and resolve violent conflicts worldwide. The State Department's plans have raised concerns among former USIP staffers, who claim that the takeover may undermine the institute's mission and independence. The building, located in Washington D.C., was seized by the Department of Defense (DOGE) and is now being transferred to the State Department. The potential violation of the court order has significant implications for the USIP's operations and the Trump administration's foreign policy agenda. The move has sparked concerns about the administration's commitment to peaceful conflict resolution and the role of independent institutions in promoting global stability.