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Jan 30, 2025 David Lebryk resigned as the highest-ranking career Treasury official after Musk associates demanded access to sensitive federal payment systems Tier 1 · Primary Institutions and Governance
The resignation of a top nonpartisan Treasury official under pressure from a private outside adviser raises concerns about the integrity of federal payment infrastructure.
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- Treasury official resigns over Musk's demands — David Lebryk, a senior Treasury Department official, resigned following Elon Musk's demands for access to sensitive payment systems. Lebryk, a non-political civil servant, had refused Musk's repeated requests for access. His resignation raises concerns about the integrity and independence of federal financial systems.
- Access granted to Treasury Department systems — Reports indicate that Marko Elez, a 25-year-old engineer with previous ties to Elon Musk's companies, has gained direct access to Treasury Department systems that manage significant government payments. This access allows him to potentially alter critical financial operations, raising concerns about the security and integrity of government payment systems. The implications of such access could affect various federal programs, including veterans' benefits and Social Security.
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Week 2 – 2025-01-25–2025-01-31
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