Democratic representatives have called for an investigation into Marko Elez, a DOGE employee, following his alleged unauthorized access to sensitive Treasury Department data. Elez is accused of violating security protocols by sharing a spreadsheet containing personal information without consent. He resigned amid controversy but has reportedly been reinstated elsewhere in the federal government. The representatives are pressing for clarity on how many individuals were affected and whether Elez followed due process under the Privacy Act, raising concerns about government accountability in protecting personal data.
Earlier this year, reports emerged that the 25-year-old Elez was granted read and write access to Treasury Department payment systems, raising concerns about data security.
In their letter, the representatives emphasize that if Elez violated the law regarding personal information disclosure, affected individuals 'may have grounds to seek monetary damages from the government.'
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