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Elon Musk's leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has led to significant disruptions in the U.S. Social Security system, causing widespread concern among beneficiaries.

Major Benefit Reductions

Under DOGE's initiatives, beneficiaries have received notices indicating potential reductions of up to 50% in their monthly Social Security payments unless they take specific actions within 90 days. This follows a period where deductions escalated from 10% to 100% before settling at the current 50% rate, leading to financial instability for many retirees and low-income individuals.

Operational Challenges

DOGE's cost-cutting measures have resulted in significant staffing reductions within the Social Security Administration (SSA), leading to:

Website crashes and prolonged downtime.

Extended call center wait times, with only 24% of calls being answered.

Closure of numerous field offices, limiting in-person assistance.

These operational issues have made it increasingly difficult for beneficiaries to access essential services.

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