Chuck Borges, the former Social Security Administration's chief data officer, has filed a whistleblower complaint alleging that DOGE (Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency) copied and moved sensitive American data to an unsecure cloud environment. The complaint led to his resignation.
Borges is now running for Maryland state senator, citing concerns about government dysfunction and the need for technologists to steer this new era of government. He expresses frustration over being sidelined at SSA and having limited insight into DOGE's operations.
According to Borges, he initially expected a lot of feedback after raising concerns internally but was instead informed that employees were being told not to answer his questions. In a recent letter to the chair of the Senate Committee on Finance, SSA Commissioner Frank Bisignano claimed that an agency review found no unauthorized access or breaches.
Borges advises federal officials to avoid breaking laws and put people in morally questionable situations. He emphasizes the importance of documenting work, tracking it, and seeking credit for achievements.
In an interview with WIRED, Borges discussed the risks posed by DOGE's continued operation within federal agencies, citing inefficiencies and the need for speed and intention to ensure efficient government operations. As a state senator, he aims to help his region grow sustainably through innovative thinking and leveraging its unique combination of biodiversity, agricultural expertise, and tech savvy.
Borges' experience in executive management and legislation will likely be valuable assets as he navigates the complexities of Maryland politics. His commitment to transparency, accountability, and data security aligns with the concerns raised by his whistleblower complaint.
The implications of Borges' actions and candidacy are far-reaching, highlighting the need for greater scrutiny and oversight of government agencies handling sensitive data.
Borges is now running for Maryland state senator, citing concerns about government dysfunction and the need for technologists to steer this new era of government. He expresses frustration over being sidelined at SSA and having limited insight into DOGE's operations.
According to Borges, he initially expected a lot of feedback after raising concerns internally but was instead informed that employees were being told not to answer his questions. In a recent letter to the chair of the Senate Committee on Finance, SSA Commissioner Frank Bisignano claimed that an agency review found no unauthorized access or breaches.
Borges advises federal officials to avoid breaking laws and put people in morally questionable situations. He emphasizes the importance of documenting work, tracking it, and seeking credit for achievements.
In an interview with WIRED, Borges discussed the risks posed by DOGE's continued operation within federal agencies, citing inefficiencies and the need for speed and intention to ensure efficient government operations. As a state senator, he aims to help his region grow sustainably through innovative thinking and leveraging its unique combination of biodiversity, agricultural expertise, and tech savvy.
Borges' experience in executive management and legislation will likely be valuable assets as he navigates the complexities of Maryland politics. His commitment to transparency, accountability, and data security aligns with the concerns raised by his whistleblower complaint.
The implications of Borges' actions and candidacy are far-reaching, highlighting the need for greater scrutiny and oversight of government agencies handling sensitive data.
! I mean, if Chuck Borges, who's basically a tech expert himself, thinks there's a problem with how they're handling this stuff, we should be paying attention. And now that he's running for senator, it's like he's trying to make sure his voice isn't ignored anymore 
. What really gets me is that the head of SSA just brushed off the whole thing and said there was no unauthorized access or breaches. That doesn't add up at all... I'd want to see some more concrete evidence before I believe that. It's not about being a politician, it's about doing what's right for our country 
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his story is literally so telling we need more ppl speaking out against this kind of thing especially from within the gov't it's crazy that he got silenced by his own agency and now he's taking matters into his own hands by running for senator 
i'm rooting for him 1000% and also super concerned about the implications of DOGE's actions btw i hope they take data security seriously and not just sweep things under the rug like frank bisignano is trying to do 
. His concerns are valid, and we need more people like him who aren't afraid to speak up 
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. I mean, they're trying to innovate and make government more efficient, which is a great goal 
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. I get it, but don't we need a balance between technology and bureaucracy? Too much of either can be a recipe for disaster 
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. Maybe we just need to hear him out more before making judgments about his whole story 
anyway so chucks complaint is legit imo theres no way he just expected to be ignored what with being the chief data officer and all he should know how things work but instead they basically shoo him away 
and now hes running for senate cuz thats exactly whats needed more politicians who actually care about tech and innovation 
Anyway, Chuck Borges' decision to run for Maryland state senator is a good one imo 
he's got some valuable experience under his belt and it's great that he's speaking out about the need for transparency and accountability in government. I mean, someone's gotta hold those guys in power accountable 
his concerns about government dysfunction are definitely valid - we've seen this kind of thing happen before. As a tech expert, Borges is probably well-positioned to bring some much-needed insight to the table 
... I mean, who wouldn't want to see some real change from the inside out? The whole thing with DOGE copying and moving sensitive data into an insecure cloud environment is wild - it's like they thought no one was watching 
and stuff. he seems like a pretty cool dude too, just from what I've read so far 
. As someone who's been around, Borges has seen how quickly the momentum can shift when new leaders come in, and it sounds like he's trying to leverage his expertise to steer Maryland in a more sustainable direction 
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And now Chuck Borges is running for senator and he wants to make sure people are held accountable for their actions. That's so cool! 
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. He needs all the support from us!
. I just hope he doesn't get too caught up in politics – we don't need another politician who thinks they're Elon Musk 
. On a serious note, it's great that Borges is speaking out about data security and government accountability. Maybe we'll finally see some real changes in the way our gov handles sensitive info 
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? Borges' whole thing about being silenced by SSA and DOGE's shady cloud setup is major red flags 
. He deserves mad props for speaking out and now he's trying to make a change in Maryland