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Why Elon Musk's access to govt data and information is worrying

Behind Elon Musk’s role as the head of the US Department of Government Efficiency lies a troubling scenario. The department reportedly has access to sensitive government systems and the ability to restructure agencies which can give the billionaire the power to extract unprecedented financial and strategic benefits for both himself and his companies Elon Musk headed Doge reportedly have digital permission to see data in the US government’s payment system, which includes bank account information, Social Security numbers and income tax documents. Musk’s access to sensitive government systems and ability to restructure agencies, with the opaque decision-making guiding DOGE to date, have positioned Musk to extract unprecedented financial and strategic benefits. Doge employees reportedly have digital permission to see data in the US government’s payment system, which includes bank account information, Social Security numbers and income tax documents. Companies critical of Musk could face unexpected audits; regulatory agencies scrutinising his businesses could find their budgets slashed; allies could receive privileged access to government contracts.

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