Researchers at AllAboutCookies.org surveyed 1,000 Americans and found strong pushback against DOGE accessing their personal info. The poll shows 74% reject Elon Musk’s team snooping into taxpayer data. More than half, 57%, now distrust the government’s grip on their details, stirring privacy fears.
DOGE Faces Fierce Opposition
The survey, run by AllAboutCookies.org, digs into how folks feel about Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Nearly three-quarters say no way to DOGE tapping their data. This backlash hits as Musk’s crew seeks broad access to federal records, insiders note.
Folks worry about what DOGE might do with their sensitive info. The poll hints at a growing unease with unelected hands on personal files. For many, it’s a line they won’t let Musk cross, researchers found.
Trust in Government Tanks
Over half of those polled, 57%, trust the feds less after DOGE’s data push. The survey ties this dip to Musk’s bold moves, like eyeing tax returns and Social Security stats. Americans feel exposed, and faith in privacy protection fades, data shows.
Musk’s team claims they’re hunting waste, but people aren’t buying it. Instead, they see a power grab, fueling suspicion. Meanwhile, lawsuits from states aim to block DOGE’s reach, adding heat to the debate.
The poll reflects a split—some back efficiency, yet most guard their info tight. Musk stays loud on X, touting DOGE’s popularity despite the blowback. For now, Americans signal they’d rather keep their data locked away.
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