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Akash Bobba, a 22-year-old engineer of Indian descent, has quickly become the focal point of a major controversy surrounding Elon Musk’s newly launched Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
The agency, which has already sparked intense debate, hired six engineers between the ages of 19 and 24, granting them unprecedented access to critical government systems—an action that has raised serious concerns among national security experts, as per reports.
While Bobba’s credentials are undeniably impressive, the decision to place such young, relatively inexperienced professionals in positions of such responsibility has been met with skepticism.
Critics argue that the stakes are too high for individuals still in the early stages of their careers, questioning the wisdom of giving them such significant roles in safeguarding sensitive government operations.
Before securing his role at DOGE, Bobba built an extraordinary resume that includes stints at some of Silicon Valley’s most influential companies. A graduate of UC Berkeley’s prestigious Management, Entrepreneurship, and Technology (MET) program, he was selected for this highly competitive initiative designed to nurture the tech leaders of tomorrow.
Bobba’s internship experience at Meta, Palantir, and Bridgewater Associates helped refine his expertise in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and financial modeling. But it was his ability to solve complex problems under pressure that truly set him apart from his peers.
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