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News in English (USA) / 09.04.2025 / 16:00

Concerns Grow Over Social Security Service Cuts and Changes Under New Policies

Recent reports indicate that millions of seniors are facing significant hurdles as new Social Security rules, implemented under recent administration changes, threaten to disrupt access to essential benefits. A combination of staff cuts, rushed changes, and technological challenges related to the DOGE initiative have led to long wait times and service outages. Advocates warn that these cuts may disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, leading to increased anxiety and uncertainty among beneficiaries. The AARP has raised alarms regarding a startling decline in customer service, while disability advocates have initiated lawsuits over the systematic dismantling of essential services. As the operational capabilities of the Social Security Administration come under scrutiny, there are fears that these changes could lead to catastrophic consequences for retirees relying on social security for their livelihoods.
NPR, The New York Times, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, Newsweek, The Daily Beast, WCAX, Axios, WSJ