Federal Appeals Court Grants Musk’s Doge Team Access to Government Data

In a significant legal development, a federal appeals court has ruled in favor of Elon Musk's Doge team, granting them access to government data previously withheld by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the Department of Education. This decision overturns a lower court's ruling and marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing legal battle over data access rights.

The case, which has drawn attention from various quarters, including the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), centers on the Doge team's efforts to obtain information crucial for their operations. The EFF had previously filed a lawsuit against the OPM, the Department of Education, and Musk, challenging the government's attempt to dismiss the case.

The appeals court's decision is seen as a victory for transparency and data access, potentially setting a precedent for future cases involving government data and private entities. The ruling comes at a time when data privacy and access rights are increasingly under scrutiny, both in the U.S. and globally.

• Department of Education
• Doge
• Elon Musk
• Office of Personnel Management

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