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Feb 8, 2025 Elon Musk's DOGE team targeted NOAA for possible elimination and disrupted operations at 15 or more federal agencies while seeking access to sensitive data Tier 1 · Primary Power and Authority
An unelected private individual's team gained sweeping access to federal agency data and operations, threatening scientific functions and data security without normal oversight.
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- Musk's DOGE team targets NOAA for elimination — Bloomberg reports that Elon Musk's DOGE team has targeted the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for possible elimination. NOAA is a critical agency providing weather forecasts and cooperating internationally on climate data. The potential elimination of NOAA raises concerns about the impact on global weather forecasting and scientific cooperation.
- Musk's DOGE team disrupts government agencies — WaPo reports that Musk's DOGE team has sought access to sensitive data and disrupted operations in at least 15 government agencies. The team has focused on gaining control of key agencies like OPM, GSA, and the Treasury Department. The lack of transparency about DOGE's personnel and actions raises concerns about government integrity and data security.
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Week 4 – 2025-02-08–2025-02-14
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