The Trump administration has been working behind the scenes to implement President Trump’s executive order calling for federal agencies to share data, with Palantir playing a crucial role in this effort. Palantir, a data analysis and technology firm, has seen its work expanded across the federal government, with over $113 million in government spending since Trump took office.
Representatives from Palantir have been in discussions with at least two other agencies, including the Social Security Administration and the Internal Revenue Service, about purchasing its technology. The company’s product, Foundry, has been adopted by at least four federal agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security and the Health and Human Services Department. Foundry’s ability to organize and analyze data from different agencies has raised concerns about the potential for creating detailed portraits of Americans based on government data.
The Trump administration has already sought access to hundreds of data points on citizens, including bank account numbers, student debt, medical claims, and disability status. This development has sparked worries about the potential for untold surveillance power and the compilation of a master list of personal information on Americans.
Palantir’s Growing Presence in Government
Palantir’s technology is being used to merge information from different agencies, paving the way for potential data consolidation. The company’s Foundry product is at the center of this effort, with its ability to organize and analyze large datasets.
Concerns Over Data Sharing
The expansion of Palantir’s work across federal agencies has raised concerns about the potential risks associated with data sharing. Critics worry that the consolidation of personal data could give the administration unprecedented surveillance capabilities.
The Trump administration’s efforts to share data across agencies have been met with skepticism, with many questioning the potential consequences of such actions. As the administration continues to implement its data-sharing plan, concerns about privacy and surveillance are likely to persist.
