Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has been under scrutiny after reportedly gaining access to sensitive Treasury data, including payment systems for Social Security and Medicare. Concerns have been raised about the potential misuse of taxpayer information, with Senator Ron Wyden warning of possible manipulation of payment systems. Musk defended his team's actions, alleging that Treasury officials were approving payments to fraudulent and terrorist groups without scrutiny.

The news of DOGE's access to the Treasury system comes following the resignation of acting Deputy Secretary David Lebryk, who stepped down after DOGE requested access to sensitive data. Musk claimed that payment approval officers were instructed to always approve payments, even to known fraudulent or terrorist groups.

While Musk vowed to cancel government grants and boasted about shutting down illegal payments, concerns persist about the implications of his team's actions and their access to critical financial systems. Senator Wyden has called for transparency and accountability in light of these revelations.