A federal judge has ordered the reinstatement of systems for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) after a legal challenge against its shutdown, which was led by Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Judge Theodore Chuang's decision found that the closure likely violated constitutional provisions, particularly the Appointments Clause and the principle of separation of powers. This ruling, which mandates the restoration of essential electronic systems for USAID employees and contractors, highlights ongoing debates about the restructuring of federal agencies and the authority of task forces led by high-profile figures.
