How Musk and Trump Are Working to Consolidate Government Data About You
Databases that Elon Musk’s team is trying to access include more than 300 personal details about members of the U.S. public.
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Homeland Security Officials Push I.R.S. for 700,000 Immigrants’ Addresses
The tax collector has so far denied the request because of concerns it violates taxpayer privacy laws.
Judge Orders Trump Officials, Including a DOGE Member, to Testify Over Musk Team’s Activities
Judge John D. Bates previously ruled in the same case to allow members of Elon Musk’s government-overhaul team to continue accessing some sensitive federal records.
Two Members of Privacy Watchdog, Summarily Fired by Trump, File Lawsuit
The case joins a rising number of legal challenges to President Trump’s firing spree that has violated limits on his power.
Top Social Security Official Leaves After Musk Team Seeks Data Access
The departure of the acting commissioner is the latest backlash to the Department of Government Efficiency’s efforts to access sensitive data.