Democratic Attorneys General from 19 States Challenge Trump Administration Over DOGE’s Access to Treasury Data

Democratic Attorneys General from 19 States Challenge Trump Administration Over DOGE’s Access to Treasury Data

In a significant legal move, Democratic attorneys general from 19 states have filed a federal lawsuit targeting the Trump administration. The lawsuit contends that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has wrongfully accessed sensitive personal data belonging to American citizens at the U.S. Treasury.

Allegations of Illegal Access

The lawsuit alleges that the Elon Musk-led DOGE agency unlawfully accessed the Treasury Department’s central payment system with the blessing of the Trump administration. This action has raised serious concerns over privacy and the security of Americans’ financial information.

Temporary Restrictions on Access

On Thursday, the Treasury Department announced a temporary limitation on DOGE’s access to its payment systems. This decision comes while a federal judge reviews arguments in a related lawsuit filed by various employee unions and retirees.

Claims of Law Violations

The lawsuit, which was officially lodged on Monday, claims that Musk’s team was granted