OPM Watchdog Probes Security Risks from Musk's DOGE Overhaul
Summary
The Office of Personnel Management's watchdog is investigating potential security risks arising from Elon Musk's DOGE operatives rapidly transforming government systems, amid concerns from Democrats over access to sensitive data and system integrity.
Key Points
- The OPM watchdog is investigating whether Elon Musk's DOGE operatives have introduced security threats while rapidly transforming government systems
- Democrats have urged inspectors general at several agencies to probe DOGE's access to sensitive data, but only OPM's watchdog has responded so far
- The OPM review will assess risks from new systems installed by DOGE and incorporate concerns raised by lawmakers about system integrity