Santa Clara County and San Francisco Challenge Elon Musk’s DOGE in Lawsuit Against Trump Administration
In a significant legal move, Santa Clara County and the City of San Francisco have joined a lawsuit against the Trump administration, targeting Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The lawsuit alleges that DOGE’s access to sensitive federal data, including personal and financial information of millions of Americans, violates federal privacy laws and poses a security risk.
The Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk, was established by President Donald Trump to streamline federal operations and reduce bureaucratic inefficiencies. However, concerns have arisen regarding DOGE’s access to the Treasury Department’s central payment system, which handles tax refunds, Social Security benefits, and veterans’ benefits. This system contains an extensive network of personal and financial data, including Social Security numbers and bank account details.
The lawsuit, filed by 19 Democratic attorneys general, including those from California, argues that DOGE’s access to this sensitive information without proper authorization violates the Privacy Act and the Administrative Procedures Act. The plaintiffs contend that the Trump administration’s actions exceed its statutory authority and infringe upon the constitutional separation of powers. (kron4.com)
A federal judge has temporarily blocked DOGE’s access to the Treasury Department’s sensitive materials, pending further legal proceedings. The court’s decision underscores the ongoing legal challenges faced by the Trump administration’s initiatives to overhaul federal agencies and reduce the federal workforce. (apnews.com)
The involvement of Santa Clara County and San Francisco in this lawsuit highlights the broader concerns among local governments regarding the administration’s approach to federal data management and privacy protections. As the legal battle continues, the outcome may have significant implications for the future of federal data access and the balance of power between federal and local authorities.
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