1. United States
2. Vt.
3. Letter

I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the actions of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), particularly in regard to its handling of sensitive taxpayer data. While I appreciate the desire to improve efficiency and modernize government processes, DOGE's initiatives to date have demonstrated a troubling lack of understanding of the complexities involved with government agencies like the IRS. Their actions have resulted in gross inaccuracies, raising serious questions about their methodology and the potential consequences for taxpayers. I am particularly alarmed by their plans to create a centralized "mega API" for taxpayer data, which could potentially expose sensitive information such as Social Security numbers, tax returns, and personal addresses to external systems and third-party vendors. Such sweeping access to personal data poses significant risks to privacy, security, and trust in government institutions. The involvement of private entities like Palantir as potential vendors for this project only amplifies my concerns. Taxpayer data must be treated with the utmost care, and any initiatives impacting its handling should be thoroughly vetted by experts in data privacy and security—not rushed through experimental hackathons hosted by individuals who may not fully grasp the implications. As a constituent, I urge you to prioritize the protection of taxpayer data by demanding greater oversight of DOGE's activities. Please consider advocating for transparency, accountability, and collaboration with seasoned government professionals and privacy advocates before any further actions are taken. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I trust that you will stand with taxpayers in ensuring the security and integrity of their personal information.