Mark Green, the president of the Wilson Center, has resigned following a visit from a team associated with Elon Musk’s efforts to overhaul government agencies. This visit took place at the center’s Washington headquarters and led to significant changes in leadership.
The resignation comes just a day after Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency team arrived to begin dismantling the organization. This action aligns with an executive order signed by former President Trump last month, which aimed to reduce the influence of independent policy groups like the Wilson Center.
According to sources familiar with the situation, the visit resulted in the ousting of several senior staff members, including Green. Many federal employees at the center, which are about a third of its workforce, are also set to be placed on administrative leave.
This move is part of a broader strategy by the Trump administration to bring federally funded institutions under tighter control. The Wilson Center, known for its nonpartisan approach to foreign policy, is now facing significant cuts and restructuring.
Musk and his team have been at the forefront of efforts to streamline government agencies and reduce their size. The changes at the Wilson Center mark a notable shift in how such institutions operate, raising questions about their future and the impact on independent policy analysis.