Musk’s DOGE granted access to US Medicare and Medicaid systems is a deeply troubling development, raising serious concerns about data security and the potential for misuse of highly sensitive personal information. The sheer scale of the data involved— encompassing the medical records of millions of Americans enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid— is staggering. The assertion that any meaningful analysis of this data could be performed by a small team in a short timeframe is laughable; it would require an immense workforce and extensive resources, far beyond the capabilities of any known private entity.
The claim that this access was granted legitimately is highly questionable.… Continue reading
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A woman who took an abortion pill was charged with murder and is now suing prosecutors, sparking a contentious legal battle over reproductive rights and privacy violations. The law only allows for doctors who perform abortions to be charged, not women who choose to terminate their pregnancies themselves. In this case, the woman took matters into her own hands and faced serious criminal charges as a result.
Police overstepped their bounds by assuming that the law applied to DIY abortions, leading to a wrongful charge of murder against the woman. Additionally, the hospital staff violated her privacy rights by providing her private medical information to prosecutors and the sheriff, leading to further legal complications.… Continue reading
As a software developer in the tech sector, I take HIPAA violations very seriously. The guidelines around right and wrong behavior in handling personal information are drilled into us through multiple levels of training. Any violation of patient privacy would result in immediate termination and likely blacklisting from the industry. Reading about the former Texas Children’s Hospital resident, Eithan Haim, who leaked personal records is deeply disturbing. The fact that he provided this information to a political operative like Christopher Rufo raises serious ethical concerns. It is disheartening to think about the potential motivations behind such actions.
The role of a mandated reporter in cases of child abuse is crystal clear — report suspected abuse and neglect to the proper authorities, not to a media outlet or a political operative.… Continue reading
As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, the recent ruling allowing Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey access to the medical records of transgender individuals hits close to home. It is a blatant violation of privacy and a dangerous overreach of power. Everyone should have the right to privacy when it comes to their medical information, regardless of their gender identity or any other factor. The fact that a politician can now demand access to such sensitive and personal records is terrifying.
The argument that this invasion of privacy is for the protection of minors is simply a guise for discrimination and bigotry.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood 
John Q. Hosedrinker