Following President Trump’s executive order, USAID, a $40 billion agency managing global aid, was effectively shut down by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Democratic lawmakers were denied entry to the agency’s headquarters after DOGE personnel accessed USAID’s computer systems, prompting accusations of illegal actions and a violation of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. Secretary of State Marco Rubio now claims acting administrative control over USAID, citing the agency’s purported failure to align with national strategy. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and initiated investigations into potential breaches of classified information.
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Elon Musk’s “Department of Government Efficiency” gained unauthorized access to the U.S. federal payment system, which handles $6 trillion annually and contains sensitive personal data. This action, described as a “coup” by historian Heather Cox Richardson, allowed Musk’s team access to social security numbers and tax returns. Senator Elizabeth Warren has demanded answers from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent regarding the data breach and the potential for misuse of this sensitive information. The incident follows the dismissal of officials who initially resisted Musk’s access requests.
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Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) employs a team of inexperienced young engineers, aged 19-25, with access to sensitive government systems, including the U.S. Treasury’s payment system. This has sparked outrage from Democrats, who cite concerns about a lack of oversight and potential misuse of this access. The engineers, some with connections to Musk’s other companies, have been granted administrator-level privileges, raising fears of a potential hostile takeover of government operations. This situation has led to calls for congressional investigation and legal action, with accusations of politically motivated meddling and unauthorized access to highly sensitive financial data.
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Three organizations—the Alliance for Retired Americans, AFGE, and SEIU—have filed a lawsuit against the Treasury Department, alleging that Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is illegally accessing sensitive U.S. Treasury payment data in violation of privacy laws. The suit seeks a restraining order to block DOGE’s access to the system, which handles Social Security, Medicaid, and other crucial government payments. The plaintiffs argue that this unauthorized access jeopardizes the personal information of millions of Americans and that Treasury Secretary Bessent acted improperly by granting this access and retaliating against a civil servant who tried to prevent it. The lawsuit underscores concerns about the security and privacy of sensitive taxpayer data within the U.S. Treasury system.
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A class-action lawsuit filed on behalf of two federal employees alleges that Elon Musk’s associates illegally installed a server at OPM headquarters, violating federal law by bypassing security protocols and potentially exposing sensitive employee data. The server’s operation, allegedly used to communicate with federal employees and gather information for a workforce reduction program, lacks the required privacy impact assessment mandated by the 2002 E-Government Act. The plaintiffs are seeking a temporary restraining order to disconnect the server until a proper assessment is conducted, arguing that doing so would not significantly impact government operations. The motion highlights the potential exposure of employee information to foreign adversaries and the ongoing use of the server to facilitate a federal employee buyout program.
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This article details a multifaceted crisis threatening the American constitutional order, exceeding the scale of Watergate. President Trump’s actions, aided by Elon Musk, center on undermining the FBI through the nomination of Kash Patel and the subsequent removal of top FBI officials. FBI officials are actively resisting this attempted coup, supported by the FBI Agents Association and former agents. The situation demands immediate action from Congress to uphold its constitutional duty and protect the rule of law.
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Progressive lawmakers denounced Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s actions, characterizing them as a “constitutional crisis.” Musk’s purported attempt to shut down USAID, coupled with his associates’ access to the Treasury Department’s payment system, sparked outrage. Lawmakers highlighted the potential compromise of millions of Americans’ personal data and the erosion of Congressional power over federal funds. The situation is viewed as a grave threat to national security and economic stability, prompting legal challenges and widespread condemnation.
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Following recent controversies, former President Trump and Elon Musk appear to have set their sights on a new target for criticism and potential disruption. The nature of this target remains unclear, however speculation abounds across various media outlets. The duo’s combined influence suggests significant potential impact on the targeted entity, regardless of its identity. Further developments are anticipated as this situation unfolds.
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Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is seizing control of various federal agencies, with young, inexperienced staffers—many connected to Musk or Peter Thiel—involved in accessing sensitive information and disrupting agency operations. Following the publication of these staffers’ names, Musk and a Trump-appointed U.S. Attorney, Ed Martin, are threatening legal action against those who publicly identify them, despite the lack of any law prohibiting such disclosure. Martin, a known Trump supporter, has pledged to use the Justice Department’s resources to protect DOGE employees from what he claims are unlawful actions. This response has occurred despite the widespread dissemination of the staffers’ identities, including through memes, even on Musk’s own platform.
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Doug Ford’s initial plan to cancel Ontario’s $100 million Starlink contract in response to potential US tariffs was swiftly reversed following a temporary suspension of those tariffs. The cancellation, announced as a retaliatory measure, was intended to provide high-speed internet to rural areas but was quickly put on hold when the tariff threat was paused. With the temporary reprieve, the Starlink contract will proceed, though the PCs have stated they may still cancel it if tariffs are reinstated. The Ontario Liberals, however, continue to advocate for the contract’s termination, criticizing both the deal itself and Musk’s close ties to President Trump.
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John Q. Hosedrinker