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House Dems Investigate Alleged Misuse of Social Security Data

1/23/2026

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House Democrats are scrutinizing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) for allegedly misusing Social Security data in coordination with True the Vote, potentially violating the Hatch Act.
They proposed amendments to reduce the salary of Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano unless transparency is achieved regarding the data-sharing scheme.
Advocacy groups are demanding accountability and transparency, while True the Vote continues its election-related activities.

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House Democrats are scrutinizing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) for allegedly misusing Social Security data in coordination with True the Vote, potentially violating the Hatch Act.
They proposed amendments to reduce the salary of Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano unless transparency is achieved regarding the data-sharing scheme.
Advocacy groups are demanding accountability and transparency, while True the Vote continues its election-related activities.