DOGE team member is a 25-year-old software engineer who could be working at the IRS for 120 days
Elon Musk's DOGE team is seeking access to the IRS's Integrated Data Retrieval System, which contains sensitive taxpayer information, to investigate government spending efficiency. A 25-year-old software engineer, Gavin Kliger, part of the DOGE team, is set to work at the IRS for 120 days, potentially accessing this system. This has raised concerns among lawmakers and privacy advocates, who worry about potential misuse of sensitive data. Former IRS Commissioner Mark Everson called the request unusual and risky. Senators Elizabeth Warren and Ron Wyden expressed fears of privacy violations and requested more details. The White House supports the move, emphasizing the need to address waste, fraud, and abuse in government spending.
