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  1. Elon Musk helped create the Department of Government Efficiency, which Trump established, to utilize Social Security Administration data for its proposals.
  2. Elon Musk helped create the Department of Government Efficiency, which Trump established, to utilize Social Security Administration data for its proposals.
  3. Elon Musk helped create the Department of Government Efficiency, which Trump established, to utilize Social Security Administration data for its proposals.
  4. Elon Musk helped create the Department of Government Efficiency, which Trump established, to utilize Social Security Administration data for its proposals.

Department of Government Efficiency Seeks Access to SSA and IRS Data

2 reports, 2 independent Updated Mar 4
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What happened

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On March 4, 2025, the Department of Government Efficiency sought access to computer systems and databases at federal agencies, including the Internal Revenue Service and Social Security Administration. This action has sparked debate regarding data privacy and security. Critics have cited a lack of transparency about how personal or financial information is being used, despite Elon Musk stating the Department of Government Efficiency's actions are "maximally transparent."

From nbcchicago.com

Why it matters

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The Department of Government Efficiency is not a federal agency, and Elon Musk is not a federal official, although President Donald Trump brought him onto the initiative. The Department of Government Efficiency's pursuit of access to sensitive systems at the Internal Revenue Service and Social Security Administration has prompted lawsuits and raised concerns about data security risks for these agencies.

Elon Musk helped create the Department of Government Efficiency, which Donald Trump established, to utilize Social Security Administration data for its proposals.

From nbcchicago.com

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  • Social Security AdministrationSpeculative

    The Social Security Administration could face increased operational costs due to regulatory scrutiny over data access.

  • Internal Revenue ServiceSpeculative

    The Internal Revenue Service may face major regulatory and data privacy risks stemming from the Department of Government Efficiency's attempts to access its systems.

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