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Federal Judge Blocks Musk's Access to Sensitive Data

3/24/2025

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In a significant ruling, a federal judge in Maryland has halted Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency from accessing sensitive data from key government agencies, safeguarding the personal information of approximately 2 million individuals. This decision, rooted in the Privacy Act of 1974, comes after Acting Commissioner Leland Dudek's initial threats to cease operations, which he later retracted, ensuring the agency's continuity.

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In a significant ruling, a federal judge in Maryland has halted Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency from accessing sensitive data from key government agencies, safeguarding the personal information of approximately 2 million individuals. This decision, rooted in the Privacy Act of 1974, comes after Acting Commissioner Leland Dudek's initial threats to cease operations, which he later retracted, ensuring the agency's continuity.