- United States
- Va.
- Letter
The federal government must act with utmost integrity and safeguard sensitive systems like the Treasury payment infrastructure from undue influence or manipulation. It is deeply concerning to learn that individuals associated with Elon Musk have allegedly sought access to these critical payment processing systems that disburse trillions of dollars annually for programs like Social Security, Medicare, tax credits and government contracts. Any political interference in these non-partisan operations risks severe economic disruption and undermines public trust. Given the high stakes involved, I urge you to investigate these reports thoroughly. Musk's extensive business ties to China, a hostile actor known for cyber espionage against the U.S., raise legitimate national security concerns about granting his personnel access to secure financial networks. The potential for conflicts of interest is glaring. Upholding strict ethics standards and comprehensive vetting procedures is paramount when it comes to protecting America's fiscal operations. The integrity of the Treasury's payment infrastructure is foundational to the full faith and credit of the United States government. Impartial stewardship of this system is vital for maintaining economic stability and confidence in our institutions. I implore you to get to the bottom of these troubling allegations and take decisive action to insulate these critical functions from improper interference or exploitation for personal gain. Our citizens deserve full transparency and robust safeguards.