Musk now has access to federal payment systems. What does that mean?
With Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) gaining control of the Treasury Department's payment system, consumer advocates and Democratic lawmakers are raising alarms about the group's access to the federal government's financial spigot,
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Elon Musk is facing scrutiny over accusations he gained access to sensitive Treasury data, including Social Security and Medicare information.
How Elon Musk's access to Treasury system may impact Social Security, other government payments
News that Department of Government Efficiency led by Elon Musk now has access to a government payment system that is responsible for $6 trillion in annual federal payments — including Social Security and Medicare benefits — has prompted criticism from Democratic lawmakers and advocates.
Trump administration to limit Musk’s access to federal pay system following lawsuit
The U.S. Department of Justice has agreed to limit Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency's access to the Treasury Department's federal payment system.
Elon Musk's access to Treasury's payment system is raising alarms. Here's what to know.
Elon Musk's control of a federal payment system is raising concerns about funding for programs like Social Security and the safety of personal data.
Elon Musk’s DOGE Access to Treasury Sparks Fears Over Data Security
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency has gained control of the Treasury Department’s Bureau of the Fiscal Service, raising concerns from Democratic lawmakers and consumer advocates. The Service distributes trillions annually in federal payments,
Elon Musk's DOGE team granted 'read-only' access to US Treasury payment data - report
The US Treasury Department has granted Elon Musk's government efficiency team, known as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), "read-only" access to its coded payment system data, according to Bloomberg News.
Musk’s DOGE Granted Limited Access to Treasury’s Payment System
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency has been granted “read-only” access to the U.S. Treasury Department’s federal payment system, a move that has sparked significant concern among lawmakers and the public.
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