A federal judge issued a ruling blocking Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency from accessing Treasury Department data. The lawsuit challenges a new policy expanding access to payment systems to political appointees within the Trump administration. Defendants are restrained from granting access to certain types of data systems.
Key Points
Court blocks Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency from accessing Treasury Department data
Lawsuit challenges new policy expanding access to payment systems to political appointees
Defendants restrained from granting access to certain data systems
Pros
Protects personally identifiable information and confidential financial information
Ensures compliance with the Administrative Procedure Act and the United States Constitution