Musk and DOGE want to use this information to cut vital services that Americans rely on — from health care to education.
This is unacceptable and illegal.
New York Attorney General Letitia James, leading a coalition of 19 states, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to prevent Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing the U.S. Treasury Department’s central payment system. The lawsuit alleges that granting DOGE access to this system compromises sensitive personal information of millions of Americans, including bank account details and Social Security numbers. Attorney General James emphasized that no individual, regardless of wealth or status, is above the law, asserting that the president lacks the authority to disclose private information or block federal payments at will.
The potential implications of this lawsuit are significant. If successful, it could restrict DOGE’s ability to access and potentially misuse personal data, thereby safeguarding citizens’ privacy. However, if the lawsuit fails, it may set a precedent allowing federal entities or appointed individuals to access sensitive information without proper oversight, potentially leading to unauthorized use or exposure of personal data. This case underscores the ongoing tension between state and federal authorities concerning data privacy and the limits of executive power.
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We’re suing over the free rein Donald Trump gave Elon Musk and DOGE to access Americans’ private information.
Musk and DOGE want to use this information to cut vital services that Americans rely on — from health care to education.
