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Federal Court Allows Musk's DOGE Access to Sensitive Data

4/8/2025

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A U.S. federal appeals court has cleared the way for Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to access sensitive data from key government departments, igniting concerns over privacy violations that could jeopardize the personal information of millions. As the court prepares for oral arguments on May 5, the stakes continue to rise.

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Story summary

A U.S. federal appeals court has cleared the way for Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to access sensitive data from key government departments, igniting concerns over privacy violations that could jeopardize the personal information of millions. As the court prepares for oral arguments on May 5, the stakes continue to rise.