On April 21, 2025, the Oregon Department of Justice’s Privacy Unit reported a “big spike” in complaints about the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in the first quarter of 2025.
The report stated, “Specifically, Oregonians are concerned about how government entities are handling their personal information. As of March 31, 2025, the unit had received more than 250 complaints about DOGE.”
The Oregon Department of Justice has joined other Attorneys General to file suit against the administration, requesting limitations on DOGE’s access to Americans’ personal information, and a court issued an order blocking DOGE’s access to Treasury Department information. Oregonians are not alone in their concern about DOGE’s vast and unrestricted access to personal information. Many states have consumer protection divisions that allow consumers to issue complaints about privacy protections.
If you are concerned about unrestricted access to your personal information by federal government and/or DOGE representatives, consider contacting your state consumer protection division so your voice is heard.