In an explosive interview, a data scientist known as “DataRepublican” is shedding light on what she claims is widespread corruption and financial mismanagement within the U.S. government. Working under the radar, she has utilized artificial intelligence (AI) to uncover billions of dollars in waste, fraud, and abuse. Her revelations have drawn the attention of high-profile figures, including Elon Musk, and have put her at potential risk.
DataRepublican, an expert in database engineering and AI, estimates that over $100 billion has been misused or stolen. However, she argues that the bigger issue is how that money is being spent. “They’re using that money to shape governments and disrupt countries,” she explains. Her AI-driven research aims to make public government spending more transparent, exposing intricate networks of political and financial influence.
“The problem with the databases is that they are like a gigantic book without an index,” she says. “What I did was create an index so people can actually find the awards and follow the money. Without AI, this wouldn’t be possible.”
DataRepublican gained unexpected attention when Musk amplified her work on social media. “I tweeted what I found, and then one day, Elon Musk tweeted, ‘Everyone should follow DataRepublican.’ My jaw dropped. I have no idea how he found me,” she recalls. While she does not communicate with Musk directly, she...
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