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DOGE Deleted Records That Could Show Sensitive System Access

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from Wired ·

A federal investigation found that DOGE deleted records that would indicate whether it accessed sensitive systems. The government report claims DOGE did not access those systems, but the deletion raises questions about transparency. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about data governance and oversight in federal tech projects.

Meridian48 take
The deletion of records, even if unintentional, undermines the credibility of DOGE's security assurances and points to deeper accountability issues in government tech.
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