Treasury Department says DOGE will have 'read only' access to payment systems in letter to Congress

Published On Feb 5, 2025, 1:35 AM

The U.S. Treasury Department confirmed that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) will have 'read-only' access to its payment systems after concerns were raised by Congress about potential security risks. This access is part of a review aimed at enhancing operational efficiency. The Treasury emphasized that this access does not allow DOGE to alter or disrupt payment processes, particularly those related to critical programs like Social Security and Medicare. However, skepticism remains amongst some lawmakers regarding the inherent risks of having a private entity like DOGE, led by Elon Musk, involved with governmental financial systems.