The U.S. Supreme Court temporarily blocked a lower court order requiring the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to respond to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.
DOGE, created by President Trump to modernize federal operations, has been criticized for operating with unusual secrecy. Chief Justice John Roberts issued the stay as the Court considers whether DOGE qualifies as a federal agency subject to FOIA.
The watchdog group CREW argues DOGE wields substantial authority and must be transparent. The Justice Department insists DOGE is only an advisory body.
Elon Musk, who leads DOGE, is expected to step down as his special appointment ends soon.
