Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has been promoting cuts across the federal government under the guise of reducing the deficit. However, concerns have been raised about DOGE’s access to personal, sensitive data on millions of Americans, sparking at least 11 lawsuits. Critics claim that DOGE has illegally accessed significant amounts of personal information, in violation of the Privacy Act of 1974.
Lawsuits against DOGE allege that it has accessed personal information from various government agencies, including tax records from the Treasury Department, student loan data from the Education Department, and background checks from the Office of Personnel Management. Additionally, DOGE has attempted to gain access to data from other agencies, prompting concerns about identity theft and fraud.
Senator Ron Wyden has raised alarms about DOGE potentially having access to IRS records of almost all taxpaying Americans. While Musk and the White House have not responded to inquiries about the lawsuits, efforts have been made to halt DOGE’s data access in some cases. However, the extent of DOGE’s data access remains unclear, with concerns about privacy violations and potential misuse of personal information.
The lawsuits against DOGE’s data access highlight the risks posed to Americans, including identity theft and political targeting. Critics argue that safeguards must be put in place to protect individuals’ privacy as DOGE continues to access data across various government agencies. The lawsuits are ongoing, with some seeking temporary restraining orders to halt DOGE’s activities.
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