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Paranoia seeps into a federal workforce worried about getting fired and being watched


Published on 2025-02-17 06:20:38 - CNN
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  • As the Trump administration fires thousands of employees across the government, federal workers have another reason to be on edge: the widespread access that Elon Musk's "government efficiency" team has gained to agency computer systems.

The article from CNN, published on February 17, 2025, discusses a growing sense of paranoia among federal employees due to increased surveillance measures implemented by the government. This heightened scrutiny comes in the wake of several high-profile leaks and security breaches, leading to the introduction of advanced monitoring technologies and policies aimed at safeguarding sensitive information. Employees report feeling constantly watched, with concerns about privacy and the potential chilling effect on workplace morale and productivity. The article highlights specific instances where surveillance has led to the identification and punishment of whistleblowers, further fueling distrust. Additionally, there's mention of a new initiative called "DOGE" (Data Oversight and Governance Enhancement), which aims to streamline and justify these surveillance practices, although it has met with significant resistance from employee unions and privacy advocates.

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