CNN’s Freedom of Information Act request to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) regarding Elon Musk and associates’ security clearances received a dismissive response, citing the recent firing of the entire OPM privacy team. This action, mirroring Musk’s past firings at Twitter, limits public access to government records related to these clearances. The firings also included communications staff and FOIA request handlers, hindering transparency efforts. This follows OPM’s controversial “Fork in the Road” memo, echoing a similar communication from Musk.
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I got my own Trump document dump — and it makes clear why his election interference case is delayed. The revelations that have come to light concerning the manipulation of information, the delay tactics employed, and the clear bias towards Trump within the government are truly eye-opening. It’s apparent that there are forces at play that are actively working to shield Trump from accountability and public scrutiny. The fact that the press, who are meant to be the watchdogs of democracy, have played a role in aiding Trump is deeply troubling. The media’s thirst for sensationalism and ad revenue has led them to prioritize outrage over facts, contributing to the perpetuation of Trump’s narrative.… Continue reading
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