Energy Secretary Chris Wright clarified on Friday that Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) officials, including Luke Farritor, do not have access to classified information regarding the U.S. nuclear weapons stockpile overseen by the department. Reports of DOGE staff accessing the department's IT systems raised concerns, but Wright emphasized that their role is to enhance efficiency, not access sensitive data.
DOGE's Role in Federal Agencies
Farritor and two other DOGE members were deployed to the Energy Department to optimize operations, akin to 'young gun management consultants' focusing on efficiency improvements. Despite being part of Elon Musk's circle, they are not privy to proprietary data and undergo security checks.
Transparency and Security Measures
Wright assured that DOGE's evaluation aims to provide constructive feedback without compromising security. Their presence is part of a broader effort to streamline processes and enhance performance within the department.
Addressing Concerns and Priorities
Discussing diversity initiatives and energy policies, Wright stressed the importance of collaboration with Canada and criticized past actions affecting the oil industry. He emphasized the current administration's commitment to common-sense approaches for economic and environmental issues.
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