Treasury Department officials revealed that a member of Elon Musk’s team was mistakenly given the power to alter a federal payments database, triggering an internal investigation.
Misleading Access Claims
The Trump administration’s claims that the DOGE team only had ‘read-only’ access to the system were contradicted by senior Treasury officials.
Erroneous Privileges Granted
Marko Elez, a former SpaceX engineer, was granted ‘read/write’ privileges to a secure payments system by mistake.
Consequences of Mistake
Elez resigned after racist social media posts surfaced, and Treasury officials clarified the access restrictions in court filings.
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DOGE Team’s Initial Plans
The DOGE team aimed to block foreign aid payments and automate certain functions within the system.
Review and Progress
Thomas Krause, another member of Musk’s team, shared insights into the ongoing review of the agency’s payment process.
Study for Efficiency
Treasury initiated a study to enhance the federal payment system’s efficiency and security, with initial stages underway.
Forensic Investigation
Following the mistaken access grant, a forensic investigation was launched to review all activities and ensure no unauthorized modifications were made.
Transparent Communication
Despite conflicting reports, Treasury officials are committed to transparent communication regarding access and system security.
Public Responses
Public figures like Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Elon Musk have weighed in on the issue, advocating for Elez’s reinstatement.
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