Three US senators have accused the Treasury Secretary of providing inaccurate information about D.O.G.E’s access to critical payment systems.
Accusations Against Scott Bessent
Senators Elizabeth Warren, Ron Wyden, and Jack Reed have sent a letter accusing Treasury Secretary Bessent of providing "inaccurate or incomplete information" regarding D.O.G.E’s involvement with US payment systems. They demand a full, transparent, and public accounting of who accessed the systems, what actions were taken, and why.
Legal Challenges and Implications
The controversy began when it was revealed that D.O.G.E accessed Treasury systems, leading to backlash and the resignation of a senior Treasury official. Legal actions were filed by 19 state attorneys general and three major labor unions to prevent D.O.G.E from managing government financial systems. Senators note that Treasury’s claims of "read-only" access were false, as highlighted by new court documents showing that engineer Marko Elez had direct system access.
Donald Trump’s Response and Media Criticism
President Donald Trump and the D.O.G.E team have criticized media outlets for their financial ties to the government, following revelations that over $8 million was spent on subsidizing Politico subscriptions. Trump plans to address the issue and introduce new tariffs during a press conference.
D.O.G.E's access to payment systems has resulted in significant political and public controversy. Senators demand transparency, while the government faces off with the media.
