Social Security Agency Scandal: Privacy Breach and Legal Setback

The U.S. Social Security Administration faced a legal dispute after a judge restricted Elon Musk's group's access to sensitive data, possibly breaching privacy laws. Leland Dudek clarified the agency won't shut down but must adhere to new restrictions. This case highlights privacy concerns over data access.

The head of the U.S. Social Security Administration, Leland Dudek, announced that the agency would remain operational despite a legal rebuke regarding data privacy. This decision follows a federal judge's ruling limiting Elon Musk's group's access to agency data.

Judge Ellen Lipton Hollander deemed that Musk's group, appointed by Trump to combat government waste, was given excessive access to personal data. This breach led to a halt in detailed data sharing, clarifying that access remains under specific conditions.

The case underscores significant privacy concerns, emphasizing the types of personal information at risk, such as social security numbers and medical records, with ongoing impacts on the agency's data management practices.

(With inputs from agencies.)