Judge Limits Government Access to Social Security Data
A federal judge has temporarily restricted the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing personalized Social Security data. The preliminary injunction, issued in Baltimore, raises concerns about government overreach and individual privacy. The judge, appointed during the Obama administration, cited potential violations of citizens' rights. This ruling could have significant implications for how the government uses sensitive personal information.
Baltimore, MD - A federal judge in Baltimore issued a preliminary injunction Thursday, placing temporary restrictions on the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) access to Social Security data. The judge, appointed during the Obama administration, sided with privacy advocates who argued that DOGE's data collection practices could infringe upon citizens' rights. The injunction prevents DOGE from accessing specific personalized Social Security information while the court reviews the legality of the department's data collection methods. This ruling underscores the ongoing debate surrounding government access to personal data and the importance of protecting individual privacy. Legal experts suggest this case could set a precedent for future challenges to government data collection practices.