DOGE & USIP: Weed Incident Report
- Amid mass firings and agency transformations,a new report suggests staffers from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) may have used marijuana in government buildings.
- The USIP building was reportedly in disrepair after the DOGE takeover.
- Colin O’Brien, USIP chief of security, told the outlet that the institute's logo was ripped from the wall, and parts were missing.
NewsDirectory3 dives deep into a developing story: DOGE staffers allegedly left traces of marijuana at the U.S.Institute of Peace. this incident occurred amidst widespread firings and significant shifts within the agency. Reports detail the aftermath of the DOGE takeover,describing the building’s deterioration,with evidence of rats,roaches,and graffiti. The potential implications are vast, especially in the context of USAID‘s dismantling, which could, according to some projections, lead to severe global consequences. Key figures like Elon Musk are also under scrutiny. This article provides crucial insights into the ongoing transformations and the actions of DOGE during this period. Discover what’s next as the full ramifications of these events continue to emerge.
DOGE staffers allegedly left weed at U.S. Institute of Peace
updated June 04,2025
Amid mass firings and agency transformations,a new report suggests staffers from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) may have used marijuana in government buildings. According to The Economist, cleaning crews found what appeared to be low-quality weed discarded at the United States Institute of Peace (USIP), an agency DOGE and the Trump administration previously tried to shut down.
The USIP building was reportedly in disrepair after the DOGE takeover. USIP president and CEO George Moose stated in May that upon returning to the office after a court ruling,staff found evidence of rats,roaches,graffiti,and other damage. The Autonomous reported that perishable food was left to rot.
Colin O’Brien, USIP chief of security, told the outlet that the institute’s logo was ripped from the wall, and parts were missing. He added that other items bearing the USIP logo were taken as “war trophies.”
Nate Cavanaugh, a 28-year-old college dropout, led the DOGE takeover of USIP, attempting to transfer its assets to the General Services Administration, according to Rolling stone.
Last week, The New York Times reported that Elon musk, the de facto head of DOGE during the early months of Trump’s second term, allegedly used recreational drugs, including ketamine, ecstasy, and mushrooms.
Musk ended his direct employment with the White House last week. His tenure was marked by modest savings, ethics violations, lawsuits, and a damaged public image.
Among the agencies affected by DOGE’s actions,the dismantling of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) may be the most consequential. Boston University models suggest this could result in hundreds of thousands of deaths globally, mostly children.
What’s next
The long-term consequences of DOGE’s actions continue to unfold, with the full impact on international development and government efficiency yet to be seen.