Federal employees are taking legal action against the alleged unauthorized connection of a server, reportedly associated with Elon Musk, to critical government infrastructure. According to a class-action lawsuit obtained by a leading technology publication, this new server's integration into the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) systems is raising significant concerns over federal law compliance and data privacy. The OPM, which functions as the human resources hub for the federal government, holds sensitive personal information about current and potential employees. The complaint asserts that this server is inappropriately collecting data from OPM’s systems, posing a serious risk to the confidentiality of government staff.

The installation of this server has sparked further controversy due to procedural oversights. Under the E-Government Act of 2002, government agencies must conduct thorough privacy assessments before making substantial changes to their IT infrastructure. However, the motion filed today claims that no such assessment was conducted prior to the server’s deployment. Adding to the concern, senior officials at the OPM reportedly lost access to their own data systems, allegedly due to actions taken by individuals linked to Musk. One official expressed deep worry over the lack of oversight and potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities, emphasizing the urgent need for transparency and accountability.

The implications of these actions extend beyond the OPM. Reports suggest that similar concerns are arising in other government departments, including the Treasury, where a former employee of Musk is said to have direct access to internal systems. This has prompted additional legal challenges from labor unions and retiree advocates. Despite these concerns, interim US Attorney Ed Martin publicly voiced support for Musk’s initiatives, vowing to take legal action against any interference. As these legal battles unfold, they highlight the importance of safeguarding governmental data integrity and ensuring that all technological integrations adhere strictly to established protocols and regulations.