Why is there distrust surrounding Elon Musk's involvement with the Social Security Administration?
There's significant distrust because Musk lacks government experience and isn't elected, yet has access to sensitive personal information as a special government employee. This arrangement allows him to maintain his private companies, which benefit from billions in federal contracts, while making important government decisions. The distrust intensified when the head of the Social Security Administration stepped down, raising concerns among career officials that something inappropriate might be done with personal data. Musk's unusual position of influence without traditional accountability has created conflict within the agency.
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Peter Baker Discusses Distrust in Government Actions
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What sensitive information does the Social Security Administration hold that is being accessed by DOGE?
Why is the comparison between what Elon Musk and Doge are doing and Al Gore's initiatives during the Clinton administration considered unfair?
Why do political appointees not usually have access to sensitive databases like those of the IRS and Social Security Administration?
Why did Americans suddenly stop trusting the experts, stop trusting that the government could get the job done?
What legal protections are in place for individuals if their personal information is revealed by the government?
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