Elon Musk's Department Gained Access to US Treasury Payment Data

united states - Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) accessed sensitive payment data of the US Treasury Department, raising concerns about tax payer data security.

Elon Musk's Department Accessed US Treasury Payment Data

Reports indicate that Elon Musk's DOGE gained access to payment systems data of the US Treasury Department, including Social Security Administration and federal healthcare services. Musk, known for criticizing the Treasury officials for allowing non-compliant payments, now has broad access to tax payer data.

USAID in Danger as Musk Threatens Closure

Another target of Elon Musk is the US Agency for International Development (USAID), with Musk stating that the agency will be shut down. After a high-ranking USAID official rejected DOGE's access request, Musk announced the closure of the agency.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio commented on the controversy during his El Salvador visit, indicating that he will assume the acting role of the USAID deputy director. Over 600 USAID employees were informed not to come to the office on Monday, hinting at a potential closure.