U.S. Social Security chief quits her post over conflict with DOGE
Acting head of the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) Michelle King left her post because of a conflict with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This was reported by The Washington Post(WP) on February 18.
"According to sources, Michelle King, who has worked at the agency for several decades, has left her post because of disagreements [with DOGE]," the publication reported.
It is specified that the conflict was over DOGE's attempts to gain access to confidential government records.
The Social Security Administration is responsible for pension payments to more than 70 million American retirees. The agency also manages significant amounts of personal data, including data related to work and pay history and where citizens live.
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