Social Security Administration, DOGE

DOGE is driving Social Security cuts and will make mistakes, acting head says privately
The Social Security Administration’s acting commissioner said members of Elon Musk’s cost-cutting team are outsiders who are unfamiliar with the nuances of the agency’s programs.
Social Security Administrator Warns There Will Be DOGE Screw-Ups With Cuts
The acting head of the Social Security Administration told a meeting of senior staff and legal-aid lawyers that Elon Musk’s federal cost-cutting task force “will make mistakes” as it pushes the agency to cut thousands of jobs and dramatically slash spending.
Is DOGE targeting Nashville's Social Security Administration Office amid spending cuts? What we know
The Department of Government Efficiency has listed Nashville's Social Security Administration office as part of its ongoing efforts to slash federal spending. Here's what to know.
Social Security chief's work with DOGE raises concerns, Warren says
Acting Social Security commissioner Lee Dudek is facing questions from Sen. Elizabeth Warren over his reported actions.
Protect Your Social Security Benefits As DOGE Cuts 7,000 SSA Jobs, Closes Offices
The SSA last week announced it would cut 7,000 of its 60,000 jobs plus close field offices and reduce regional offices as part of President Donald J. Trump’s mandate to reduce government waste and costs via the newly-named Department of Government Efficiency ( DOGE) initiatives.
DOGE is on a cutting spree — and Social Security workers warn it's going to affect your benefits
The Social Security Administration offered early retirements to employees in an effort to slash the workforce. Workers said it'll hurt beneficiaries.
DOGE recommends closing multiple Social Security offices across the U.S., including in Illinois
The proposed closure comes after reports that the Social Security Administration is preparing to lay off least least 7,000 people from its workforce
Map Shows States With Most Social Security Office Closures After DOGE Cuts
Recent DOGE budget cuts have led to numerous Social Security office closures across the country, most notably in the south.
Social Security Administration could cut up to 50% of its workforce
The Social Security Administration is preparing to lay off at least 7,000 people from its workforce of 60,000 — and the final reduction in force number could be as high as 50%, according to two people familiar with the agency’s plans who are not authorized to speak publicly.
Rockford Social Security Office closure recommended to save costs
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is recommending the closure of Rockford's Social Security Administration (SSA) building, as part of an effort to reduce taxpayer waste.
Mayor McNamara opposes DOGE closure of Rockford Social Security office
Mayor Tom McNamara advocated for keeping Rockford's Social Security Office open after it was targeted for closure by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Trump’s Administration Orders Staffers To Stop Reading the News at Work
Donald Trump’s Social Security Administration just directed employees not to read “general news” content on their work ...
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Ex-Social Security leader sounds alarm: DOGE staff cuts will lead to ‘total collapse’ of systems
“This is going to lead to total system collapse,” O’Malley told The Baltimore Sun. “It’s a very old, fragile computer system ...
DOGE says it terminated 16 federal real estate contracts in Wisconsin. Where are they?
Tech-billionaire Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has reportedly terminated hundreds of federal real estate ...
Social Security payments could suffer interruption soon as DOGE causes ‘system collapse,’ former commissioner warns—‘start saving now’
Ultimately, you’re going to see the system collapse and an interruption of benefits. I believe you will see that within the ...
Social Security Administration aims to cut about 7,000 jobs, prompting fears of customer service impact
Calling its workforce “bloated,” the Social Security Administration announced Friday plans to slash about 7,000 jobs, or ...
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What are Elon Musk's main criticisms of Social Security?
Elon Musk's recent comments on Social Security have sparked a heated debate about the program's future. As he labels it the 'biggest Ponzi scheme of all time,' concerns about sustainability and ...