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The dispute that led to King’s exit centered on efforts by DoE staff embedded at various agencies to access the SSA's extensive database. This database contains sensitive information, including social security numbers, work histories, banking details, and medical records for millions of Americans. While the exact nature of the records in question has not been disclosed, the request has raised concerns about privacy and ethical governance.
Musk's Fraud Allegations
Elon Musk has ramped up his scrutiny on Social Security fraud, claiming to have discovered fraudulent activities involving individuals purportedly over 150 years old receiving benefits. Musk characterized the reported finding of 20 million centenarians in the SSA's database as potentially the most significant fraud in history.