DOGE Agency's Mass Data Collection Sparks Privacy Crisis in Federal Government
The Department of Government Efficiency is building an unprecedented surveillance system by merging sensitive data across federal agencies, raising major privacy concerns. Privacy experts warn this consolidation creates dangerous vulnerabilities and violates existing protections, with multiple legal challenges already underway.
Nuclear Secrets at Risk: DOGE Employees Gain Unauthorized Network Access
Two employees from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency gained access to classified networks containing nuclear weapons information, raising serious security concerns. The Department of Energy denies these claims while questions about data handling and national security implications remain unanswered.
Security Flaw: White House Signal Chat Compromised by iPhone's Contact Suggestion
A White House internal investigation reveals how Siri's automated contact suggestion inadvertently added a journalist to a classified Signal group chat about military operations. The incident raises concerns about using consumer technology for sensitive government communications.
Social Security Website Faces Major Outages Amid DOGE Controversy
The Social Security Administration is grappling with widespread website disruptions affecting millions of Americans' access to online accounts. The crisis deepens as critics question the role of Elon Musk's DOGE in recent policy changes and potential office closures.
Government Officials Suspended After Resisting DOGE Access to Federal Payroll Systems
High-ranking Department of Interior officials were placed on administrative leave for denying unprecedented system access to Department of Government Efficiency representatives. The controversial request sought extensive control over federal payroll and HR systems managing data for over 275,000 government workers.
Trump Dismisses Signal Chat Controversy as 'Witch Hunt,' Questions App's Security
Former President Trump downplays leaked military communications on Signal messaging app while suggesting potential platform defects. The incident has sparked bipartisan concern and calls for investigation after sensitive Yemen operation details were accidentally shared with a journalist.
White House Security Adviser's Public Venmo Friend List Exposes High-Profile Connections
National Security Adviser Mike Waltz's Venmo account revealed 328 connections to administration officials, journalists and military personnel due to public privacy settings. The oversight follows recent security lapses and raises concerns about digital security practices among senior officials.
Teen Advisor with Cybercrime Links Raises Security Concerns in Musk's DOGE Team
A 19-year-old senior advisor in Elon Musk's DOGE team previously provided technical support to a cybercrime organization through his company DiamondCDN. The revelation about Edward Coristine, known as 'Big Balls,' raises concerns about security protocols given his access to sensitive government data.