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Trump's transition is happening over private emails. Federal officials are nervous.

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Federal officials are worried about sharing documents via e-mail with Donald Trump's transition team.

The incoming officials are eschewing government devices, email addresses and cybersecurity support, raising fears that they could potentially expose sensitive government data.

The White House has sent guidance to federal agencies to be cautious when communicating with the Trump transition.

“In 2020 , it was maybe the single most important worry of the transition team, that they would be hacked,” Brown said.

“The [ General Services Administration ] is in a position to help with that, but saying no to that help raises questions about whether they have put in place a secure system, as is needed in these situations”.