The Alliance for Retired Americans, American Federation of Government Employees, and Service Employees International Union filed a lawsuit against Scott Bessent, the Department of the Treasury, and the Bureau of the Fiscal Service on February 3, 2025. The lawsuit seeks to stop the defendants from sharing personal and financial information with Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency
What the lawsuit claims
The defendants are violating federal laws that protect the privacy of personal information.
The defendants' actions are systematic and ongoing.
The defendants are sharing information with outside parties without providing individuals with basic information about how their information is being used.
What the lawsuit seeks
A declaration that the defendants' actions are unlawful.
An injunction to stop the defendants from sharing personal information with Musk and DOGE.
An injunction to ensure that future disclosure of personal information is in compliance with federal law.