Tax season is here, and the Social Security Administration made replacing your annual Benefit Statement easier.
Anxiety Mounts Among Social Security Recipients as DOGE Troops Settle In
ProPublica reports that Elon Musk’s team has descended on an already understaffed Social Security Administration, which now faces further workforce cuts and closures of vital local offices. The consequences could be significant for millions of the most vulnerable Americans.
Social Security to Pay Retroactive Benefits
By the end of March, millions are to receive long-overdue Social Security benefits. Learn how and when you’ll get paid.
Protect Your Social Security Benefits As DOGE Cuts 7,000 SSA Jobs, Closes Offices
The Social Security Administration’s downsizing may lead to longer wait times, but experts stress that benefits remain intact. Learn key steps to manage your account and avoid potential service disruptions.
Press Release: Social Security Increases Transparency and Accountability
The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced several new initiatives and resources.
Social Security Phone Services Win Two-Week Reprieve
In the last-minute switch, the SSA delayed DOGE-induced changes but also said disability beneficiaries will be able to maintain using phone services. However, applicants and beneficiaries for retirement, Medicare and other benefits will still be restricted to online or in-person Social Security access effective mid-April.
Social Security Strengthens Identity Proofing Requirements and Expedites Direct Deposit Changes to One-Day
The updated measures will further safeguard Social Security records and benefits against fraudulent activity.
Has DOGE Destroyed Social Security?
Long waits, waves of calls, website crashes: The Washington Post reports how a flood of cuts led by Elon Musk has sent the agency into chaos.
Senate Panel Grills Social Security Administration Nominee
The New York Times reports that in addition to the confirmation hearing for Frank Bisignano as SSA head, the Senate Finance Committee also approved the nomination of Mehmet Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid.
Social Security Says Reports of Permanently Closing Field Offices Are False
The Social Security Administration explains its 2025 activities to date.