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Trump's False Claims on Social Security Spark Outrage

3/7/2025

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In a fiery address to Congress, President Trump falsely alleged that millions of deceased individuals are collecting Social Security benefits. Senator Bernie Sanders swiftly condemned these claims as misleading, arguing they serve to justify harmful cuts. Instead, Sanders advocated for expanding Social Security, highlighting its vital importance in lifting millions of Americans out of poverty.

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In a fiery address to Congress, President Trump falsely alleged that millions of deceased individuals are collecting Social Security benefits. Senator Bernie Sanders swiftly condemned these claims as misleading, arguing they serve to justify harmful cuts. Instead, Sanders advocated for expanding Social Security, highlighting its vital importance in lifting millions of Americans out of poverty.