There are numerous examples of American intelligence officials being turncoat because they were extorted and compromised. Compromise and extortion are the main things that spy agencies look for in turning people. It's all too common. This kid should be nowhere near federal databases or sensitive information on American citizens. How much background has DOGE done on him? With their 'Move Fast and Break Things' moniker, my guess is very little. You're also giving these kids access to huge swaths of sensitive information. Sure, intelligence agencies can recruit young hackers with shady backgrounds, but they are given narrow scopes to work with. And usually there's been some agreement that those individuals don't want to be black hats anymore.