Musk faces resignations over security concerns at DOGE

Dozens resign from Elon Musk’s DOGE over security risks, citing concerns about using AI to assess government jobs.

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11 months ago

February 26, 2025

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Dozens resign from Elon Musk’s DOGE over security risks, citing concerns about using AI to assess government jobs.

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Dozens of employees from Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency have resigned over concerns about security and ethics. Experts warn about the risks of unqualified staff and the implications of Musk’s management style on government operations.

Dozens of employees from Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) have resigned, citing concerns about security and ethics related to their work.

A total of 21 civil servants stated they would not compromise sensitive American data or dismantle critical public services.

Musk dismissed their resignations as “fake news,” claiming they were political holdovers and suggesting they would have been terminated otherwise.

The resigning staff expressed their commitment to public service and explained concerns about inexperienced individuals being appointed to key roles.

According to reports, DOGE has implemented AI systems to evaluate the necessity of government jobs based on employee performance summaries.

The resigning employees criticised the security risks posed by unqualified staff members involved in the evaluation process.

Experts have raised alarms regarding the potential repercussions of Musk’s management style and the politicization of the civil service.

Ukraine and Russia set for U.S.-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi

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7 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that new peace talks with Russia will take place in Abu Dhabi later this week. The discussions are part of U.S.-led efforts to find a path toward ending the ongoing war.

Zelenskyy emphasised that Ukraine is prepared for meaningful dialogue aimed at achieving peace. The announcement comes after weeks of uncertainty over the timing of the meeting.

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff described prior discussions with Russian officials as productive, though major disagreements over territorial issues remain unresolved.

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Tensions rise as Iran threatens conflict and U.S. increases naval forces

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

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8 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

Iran has warned of a potential regional conflict if the U.S. launches an attack, while labelling European armies as terrorists. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insisted that threats from President Trump will not intimidate the Iranian people.

The U.S. has ramped up its naval presence in the Middle East in response to mounting threats, amid speculation over Iran’s next moves. Iranian officials have denied claims of imminent naval exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, adding to global uncertainty.

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Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest man to complete career Grand Slam

Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

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8 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

Carlos Alcaraz has stunned the tennis world by winning the Australian Open, becoming the youngest man to complete a Career Grand Slam at just 22 years old.

The world number one beat Novak Djokovic in a thrilling four-set match, finishing 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5. Djokovic missed out on claiming his 25th Grand Slam title. To mark the milestone, Alcaraz revealed he plans to add a new tattoo of a kangaroo on his leg, joining his existing Eiffel Tower and Wimbledon strawberry tattoos.

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