Social Security watchdog opens probe into alleged misuse of data by ex-DOGE employee - AP News
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A Social Security watchdog is investigating a former government ethics employee for alleged data misuse.
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Your sensitive financial data, if you are a senior government official, may have been improperly accessed and downloaded.
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The Social Security Administration's inspector general has launched an investigation into alleged misuse of agency data by a former Department of Government Efficiency employee. The probe follows allegations that the ex-DOGE worker improperly accessed or utilized Social Security information. The investigation will determine whether any violations of federal data protection laws occurred and what disciplinary or legal actions may be warranted.
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The Social Security Administration's Office of the Inspector General has opened an investigation into the alleged data misuse.
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