Elon Musk's DOGE commission gains access to sensitive Treasury payment systems: AP sources
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The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), overseen by billionaire Elon Musk, has gained access to sensitive Treasury data, including Social Security and Medicare payment systems. This controversial move has raised alarms among lawmakers, particularly Senator Ron Wyden, who fears that Musk's organization may misuse this access to affect federal programs negatively. The situation coincides with the resignation of Treasury Deputy Secretary David Lebryk, signaling potential turmoil within the Treasury's ranks following the request for sensitive data by Musk's group. Wyden underscores that meddling with critical payment systems could result in dire economic consequences.
The Department of Government Efficiency, led by Musk, accessed Treasury data potentially jeopardizing sensitive taxpayer information and economically vital payment systems.
Senator Ron Wyden expressed grave concerns over DOGE's potential intentions to interfere with federal payment systems, highlighting the critical nature of their operation.
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