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DOGE Heads Musk and Ramaswamy Signal Social Security Cuts Are Coming
Trump vowed to “not cut one penny” from Social Security, but his other statements and actions suggest that he plans to.
J.D. Vance Indicates Elon Musk’s “Efficiency” Cuts Would Include Social Security
The GOP vice presidential nominee says he has spoken to the multi-billionaire about working in a Trump administration.
US Could Fully Fund Social Security by Targeting Wealthy Tax Dodgers, Wyden Says
“The ultra-wealthy are avoiding nearly $2 trillion in taxes every 10 years,” Sen. Ron Wyden said during a hearing.
Trump Aides Do Damage Control on His Comments to “Cut” Social Security, Medicare
“There is a lot you can do in terms of entitlements, in terms of cutting,” Trump said.
House GOP Committee Advances Bill Targeting Social Security and Medicare
Republicans signaled their intention to attach the bill to a must-pass government funding measure.
Social Security Clawbacks Are Driving Some Recipients Into Homelessness
The government is imposing debts that can reach tens of thousands of dollars against those least able to pay.
Eagerness to Cut Social Security and Medicare Wins Haley Wealthy Donors
Coming out strong on this issue tells the billionaires everything they need to know about who Nikki Haley really serves.
House GOP-Led Hearing Is a Trojan Horse for Social Security Cuts, Critics Warn
The Wednesday hearing will examine legislation that would establish a so-called fiscal commission for the U.S. debt.
New House Speaker Had Proposed Trillions in Cuts to Social Security and Medicare
As chair of the Republican Study Committee, Mike Johnson suggested slashing the programs should be Congress’s priority.
Elder Care Should Be Collective. The Atomization of Aging Is a Giant Mistake.
It’s time to face reality and place caring for one another at the heart of the human endeavor.