Elon Musk's DOGE Initiative Targets IRS Operations Amid Concerns of Government Overreach

The Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk’s team, is scrutinizing the IRS operations, inciting reactions from officials and concerns over data privacy.

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The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has begun a review of IRS operations, raising concerns among Democrats and agency staff. Leading the initiative, DOGE staffer Gavin Kliger met with IRS officials to assess their functions and identify non-essential contracts for termination. President Trump praised DOGE's efforts, framing them as essential for reducing bureaucratic waste. Critics, including Senator Ron Wyden, voiced concerns about potential overreach and data privacy issues. The IRS, which has faced scrutiny in past years for its handling of taxpayer services, is now under increased examination as part of government-wide efficiency efforts.

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