The US Institute of Peace is back in charge of its own building after a court ruled against the Trump administration's controversial takeover. Acting president George Moose, who was abruptly fired in March by Elon Musk's cost-cutting government team, returned with security in tow. The whole mess started when the administration tried to dismantle the institute's operations—a move that sparked a legal battle.

Editor’s Note: This isn't just about office keys—it's a win for independent institutions pushing back against overreach. When a cost-slashing initiative (led by Musk, no less) tries to shutter a peace-focused organization, it raises bigger questions about who gets to decide what's "efficient." The court's decision sets a tone: some things shouldn't be on the chopping block just to save a buck.