Overview

• Christopher Stanley, a DOJ senior advisor assigned by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), previously operated websites distributing pirated software and game cheats, raising concerns about his suitability for the role.
• Archived posts and videos reveal Stanley’s involvement in hacking activities as recently as 2014, including a breach targeting the hacking group Lizard Squad.
• The DOJ confirmed Stanley holds an active security clearance, with Attorney General Pam Bondi expressing confidence in his abilities despite criticism from former officials and lawmakers.
• Several of Stanley’s old websites were removed from the Internet Archive after inquiries from reporters, intensifying concerns about transparency and oversight within DOGE.
• Experts remain divided on whether Stanley’s past disqualifies him from government work, with some citing his youth and potential for reform, while others highlight risks to sensitive government data.