Teen Technologist with Criminal Ties Gains Government Access

Edward Coristine, a prominent member of Elon Musk's U.S. DOGE Service team, previously provided services to a cybercrime group called EGodly. This group engaged in illegal activities, including data theft and harassment of an FBI agent. Musk's team has granted Coristine significant access to government networks despite his controversial past.

Edward Coristine, a youthful technologist working within Elon Musk's U.S. DOGE Service team, previously aided a cybercriminal outfit known as EGodly, according to digital records. Known for trafficking stolen data and harassing an FBI agent, EGodly had utilized Coristine's company, DiamondCDN, for cybersecurity services.

Coristine's recruitment by Musk's team raises eyebrows due to his controversial connections. Despite being just 19, Coristine's professional engagements with cybercriminals like EGodly—from providing them DDoS protection to helping with secure hosting—pose significant concerns considering his access to official government networks.

Musk's team and federal agencies have remained silent on Coristine's role and influence within the government. Although EGodly's activities have dwindled, the implications of Coristine's involvement with such groups continue to resonate, raising questions about cybersecurity and oversight within official U.S. departments.

(With inputs from agencies.)