A coalition of watchdog groups and unions is seeking to block the DOGE team from accessing taxpayer data at the IRS. A similar battle is brewing over Social Security data.
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I think most Americans use some type of electronical filing which means that after Trump & Musk are done, their bank account information is compromised. I think every American who files electronically should immediately change their bank account for their own protection.
There was a big difference when govt employees were fully vetted professionals who were going to be fired and probably prosecuted for violating HIPAA, security, or confidentiality. I don't see why these idiots don't understand this basic concept
Could there be some power in the 'boycott'? I don't really feel too American paying taxes to a government bent on destroying our democracy and the PEOPLE of. If it were massively coordinated enough...is there some power here?
With access to si many federal systems, the Treasury, the SSA, the IRS, and even Bureau of the Fiscal Service, they can prove any dead man voted or received a check and that it was cashed and cleared. Yes, “and cleared”.
Really hoping they'll succeed. I've been putting off filing my return because of how uncomfortable I feel with the idea of Seig Heil Musk's band of Nazi Youth incels getting to look through it.
So. Can I sue DOGE when my SSN or tax information is released? Clearly there is some expectation of privacy with the IRS and SSA. Clearly some random people have access to my data now.
"Our country is so pathetic and weak, it needs a battle to protect the data of its citizens"......... Seriously, are you guys not ashamed of your so called "civilization"? Disgusting.
I blame the complete American people, just like 1945 all the Germans were blamed. It is simple as that. Instead of "Black Lives Matter" there should have been a "Democracy Matters" protest that would include the Black Lives, now we have "No Ones Lives Matter"
Nah , Black and Jewish Americans voted for democracy.
The majority (whites, Indians, Latinos, native Americans, etc) DO NOT want democracy, they want black people to suffer even while being propped up on civil rights we fought for. They didn’t care about anyone but themselves.
What would stop them is the Republican joining in to keep the balances. And that would just happen if the Republican voters are convinced to complain to their Republican politicians, which just happens if you explain it to them. Over and over and over and over again.
I’m sure they already have. In
My my view it would take tens of thousands…even those numbers might not have them stand up to face the bully. Look at the last 5 years!
Nothing has so far; with the havoc Musk has already caused in 4 weeks? Did I miss the outcry by our elected officials?!
You do understand what I am saying, or? Like you actually reply here with "yeah, we will not succeed so we don't try, we can be fine with the country how it is". That is why I think you Americans are kinda pathetic.....
..... you are literally denying to deeply take actions against the situation and get into conflict with your people, just because you want to not being inconvenient for your own people. Think about that. You ever watched "Where To Invade Next"?
How has the world stopped megalomaniacs from running rampant over society in the past? If the governments checks and balances fail, what is the last remaining check on a lunatic trying to take authoritarian power?
When
Looking at history, naturally the people. Though, with demos increasing, the time that he this time is successful in calling in the Military to squash any resistance would not surprise me.
You think the military will violate their oaths to defend the constitution for him after shitting all over decorated generals like he has and spitting on veterans? Because I don't. He might get the police on his side, but I don't believe he has the military on his side. Not for a second.
As I understand it, many in the military get their news from Fox. That channel was certainly blaring as I walked past an airport lounge for the troops recently, so ...
I sure hope not….but let’s admit that nothing is beyond he and Musk; they’re not even in full swing as yet. But judging by their rush to undo as much and as quick as they can already the last 4 weeks doesn’t bode well.
I think what people tend to forget about the military is that they aren't mindless zombies. Their families, friends, fellow soldiers, & respected leaders are all being harmed by all of this. Trump and Musk may think they'll fall in line, but "fighting for freedom" is a mark of pride for these guys.
Yay!!! Was waiting for this. I’m a retired litigation attorney and still believe in the legal process, particularly when it involves federal district court and appellate judges.
Don't expect a refund check this year....Musk will call your refund check an unnecessary government expenditure & keep it to give himself another tax break when he already doesn't pay taxes
No good could possibly come from this DOGE renegade group getting their hands on taxpayer information. You could be absolutely certain that Trump would ultimately use it -directly or through Musk- to attack his “enemies.”
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I’m so fucking tired of this way of thinking from American citizens.🙄
There’s the headline!
It goes against every principle of data security.
& Republican budget will add $25 trillion to our national debt.
#No-Billionaire-Left-Behind
Let's ask Elon and his pet Felon why no cuts or firings at the Pentagon?
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/3321724/fiscal-hawks-house-budget-plan-could-add-25-trillion-in-debt-over-next-decade/
https://www.axios.com/2025/02/03/musk-doge-government-payments-treasury-fiscal-service
WTF?!?!
Everyone can be mad all they want but until he breaks a law there nothing the courts can do.
The majority (whites, Indians, Latinos, native Americans, etc) DO NOT want democracy, they want black people to suffer even while being propped up on civil rights we fought for. They didn’t care about anyone but themselves.
https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/18/politics/doge-temporary-restraining-order-chutkan/index.html
My my view it would take tens of thousands…even those numbers might not have them stand up to face the bully. Look at the last 5 years!
Nothing has so far; with the havoc Musk has already caused in 4 weeks? Did I miss the outcry by our elected officials?!
Looking at history, naturally the people. Though, with demos increasing, the time that he this time is successful in calling in the Military to squash any resistance would not surprise me.
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