DOGE Put Critical Social Security Data at Risk, Whistle-Blower Says, and honestly, it’s hard to even begin to process the potential fallout from something like this. You know how people say “move fast and break things” as if it’s some kind of winning strategy? Well, it’s a terrible approach when you’re dealing with the foundational elements of a government, especially when those elements involve safeguarding the sensitive personal information of millions of citizens.
This whole situation seems to stem from a blatant disregard for the rules, and apparently, the well-being of the American people. It’s a pretty sad story, because from what’s been reported, DOGE wasn’t exactly focused on making the government better or more efficient.… Continue reading
A Social Security whistleblower has alleged that the personal data of hundreds of millions of Americans was uploaded to a vulnerable cloud server, potentially accessible by a notorious DOGE operative. The database contained sensitive information like Social Security numbers, names, and addresses, which could lead to widespread identity theft and loss of benefits. The whistleblower, Charles Borges, warned of “catastrophic impact” due to the lack of oversight and security measures employed by DOGE. The SSA, however, denied any privacy breach, stating data is stored in a secure environment with robust safeguards, but this revelation adds to growing concerns about DOGE’s actions and their consequences.
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Trump Threatens Federal Takeover of Washington After Member of DOGE Is Assaulted, and the immediate reaction feels like a deep, unsettling gulp. We’re talking about a potential power grab, a thinly veiled excuse to assert control, all sparked by a single, unfortunate incident: the assault on a DOGE member in Washington D.C. It’s a situation that instantly ignites a cascade of anxieties and suspicions, especially given the former president’s history and the charged political climate.
Trump Threatens Federal Takeover of Washington After Member of DOGE Is Assaulted, and the parallels to past actions are unavoidable. Some of the comments pointed out that his threats feel like an escalation, almost a rehearsal for something larger.… Continue reading
The National Weather Service (NWS) has been authorized to hire 450 meteorologists, hydrologists, and radar technicians, a move welcomed by current staff after facing staffing shortages due to government cuts and early retirements. These new hires, including 126 previously approved positions, will bolster “front-line mission critical” personnel. The agency’s hiring authority was impacted by staff reductions resulting in the need for new hires. While the agency is optimistic about the reinforcements, there is some frustration about the loss of experienced personnel in the previous cuts. The NWS will utilize direct hiring authority to expedite the process, focusing on workload-based hiring.
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DOGE is accused of wasting $21.7 billion in just 6 months. It’s a staggering figure, isn’t it? It’s hard to even wrap your head around that amount of money. Where did it all go? What exactly was it spent on? And perhaps most importantly, what did the American people get in return? It’s almost unbelievable, yet here we are, discussing the alleged squandering of billions.
DOGE is accused of wasting $21.7 billion in just 6 months, and the implications are vast. The core issue here is that this represents a significant loss of resources. The money could have been used for so many things: infrastructure, education, healthcare, or simply, lowering the national debt.… Continue reading
A U.S. Senate investigations subcommittee report revealed the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), implemented by Elon Musk, wasted over $21 billion in its first six months. The report highlighted significant waste from mass layoffs of federal employees, resulting in $14.8 billion spent on early retirement packages and $6.1 billion on severance. Furthermore, DOGE’s funding freezes led to lost interest payments, spoiled goods, and cuts to programs that generated more revenue than they cost to operate. This included the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and public health research cuts. Long-term projections suggest that the DOGE initiatives could cost taxpayers significantly more in the future.
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In an effort to downsize the federal workforce, the Trump administration initiated layoffs and voluntary retirements, but many of these actions have been reversed. Agencies are now rehiring employees and ordering others back from leave to fill critical gaps in services. This backtracking highlights a loss of expertise and capacity within the government, which experts fear could lead to serious issues. Several departments, including Health and Human Services and the National Weather Service, have rehired numerous employees, driven by the need to maintain essential services, while the administration is still implementing its “reduction-in-force” plans.
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A new report reveals that Katie Miller, wife of Stephen Miller, pressured the Social Security Administration (SSA) to falsely claim 40% of calls involved fraudulent activity, a figure fabricated by the White House and Elon Musk. This false claim was made to support cuts to the SSA spearheaded by Musk’s initiative, DOGE. The acting SSA administrator, Leland Dudek, initially complied but was later replaced by Frank Bisignano, who contradicted Miller’s statement while simultaneously defending DOGE’s actions. The resulting staffing shortages and claim backlog demonstrate the negative consequences of this politically-motivated manipulation of agency data.
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Without informing White House communications staff, Elon Musk’s DOGE team installed Starlink internet service at the White House complex, bypassing established security protocols. This installation allowed for unmonitored data transmission, potentially exposing sensitive information and creating vulnerabilities to hacking. The lack of username/password authentication on the “Starlink Guest” WiFi network further compounded security risks, raising concerns among White House staff and prompting investigations by the House Oversight Committee. The Secret Service, while acknowledging the installation, maintains it did not constitute a security breach.
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The Supreme Court issued two rulings favoring the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). First, it permitted DOGE access to sensitive Social Security data for fraud detection and system modernization, despite concerns about a potential fishing expedition and privacy violations. Second, the Court temporarily halted a lower court order requiring DOGE to release documents under a transparency law, narrowing the scope of the disclosure while leaving the possibility of some future release open. These decisions, met with dissent from the Court’s liberal justices, represent significant victories for DOGE amidst ongoing controversy surrounding its data handling practices and transparency. The rulings have significant implications for future cases involving DOGE’s access to government data.
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