Sen. Ron Wyden expressed serious concerns regarding Elon Musk's team, known as DOGE, being granted access to a critical U.S. Treasury payments system, which distributes trillions in federal funds annually. Wyden emphasized the national security implications, noting that the access includes oversight of Social Security, Medicare, and various government contracts, some of which directly compete with Musk’s businesses. The controversy escalated after a high-ranking official in the Treasury resigned following DOGE's initial access requests, highlighting tensions within the federal government regarding Musk's influence and financial operations.
Sen. Ron Wyden warns that Elon Musk's company's access to sensitive U.S. Treasury payment systems poses a national security risk, as it can influence trillions in federal payments.
Musk's team, known as DOGE, was authorized to access a Treasury system that handles disbursements for social benefits and government contracts, raising concerns over potential conflicts of interest.
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