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Trump's Personnel Agency Sought Medical Records for Millions of Federal Workers and Families
The Trump administration is seeking unprecedented access to medical records for millions of federal workers, retirees, and their families through the Office of Personnel Management. This request raises concerns about privacy and data protection.
The Trump administration's personnel agency is seeking unprecedented access to medical records for millions of federal workers, retirees, and their families, sparking concerns about privacy and potential misuse of sensitive health information. The request was made in a brief notice from the Office of Personnel Management, which did not specify why the agency needs the information or how it would be used. The move has raised alarm among civil liberties groups, who argue that the Trump administration is overstepping its authority. The agency's request is seen as part of a broader trend of erosion of federal workers' rights under the Trump presidency.
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