Maya Bernstein, Bethanne Barnes, Chuck Borges, Nikhel Sus

Session Time: Fri, May 8, 2026: 08:50 AM-09:50 AM

This session discusses federal data activities involving the SSA, DHS, and related immigration, education, and benefit systems. The panel includes former government officials, whistleblowers, and attorneys suing the government.

Maya Bernstein, Independent Consultant, MAB Information Policy Insights; Former Sr. Advisor, Privacy Policy, HHS
Bethanne Barnes, Former Acting Chief Data Officer, Administration for Children and Families, HHS
Chuck Borges, Former Chief Data Officer, Social Security Administration
Nikhel Sus, Chief Counsel, Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW)

Reading Materials:

 

Bethanne Barnes

Former Acting Chief Data Officer
Administration for Children and Families, HHS

Chuck Borges

Former Chief Data Officer
Social Security Administration

Maya Bernstein

Independent Consultant, MAB Information Policy Insights
Former Sr. Advisor
Privacy Policy, HHS

Nikhel Sus

Chief Counsel
Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW)