Protests Against Elon Musk’s Access to Sensitive Data of Americans

Hundreds of protesters, including Democratic lawmakers, gathered outside the Department of the Treasury in Washington this week to denounce Elon Musk’s alleged “hostile takeover” of federal financial systems. According to The Guardian, the rally was sparked by reports of Musk’s team, the “department of government efficiency” (Doge), accessing sensitive financial data of Americans, including Social Security, Medicare, and tax refund information.

Some experts are concerned that Musk’s action has also given him access to sensitive data of all his competitors in the tech industry.

The Guardian reported that representative Maxwell Frost voiced concerns, stating, “He has access to all our information, our social security numbers, the federal payment system. What’s going to stop him from stealing taxpayer money?” Lawmakers like Maxine Waters and Chuck Schumer joined the protest, with Rep. Jasmine Crockett vowing, “We are not going to sit around while you go and desecrate our constitution.”

Despite reassurances from the Treasury that the system remains secure, protesters, including former federal contractors, remain unconvinced about Musk’s involvement, The Guardian reported.