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DOGE Controversy: Musk's Initiative Threatens Social Security Access

3/30/2025

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Elon Musk's DOGE initiative is stirring controversy as it may jeopardize Social Security payments, raising alarms among lawmakers and billionaire Mark Cuban. New policies mandate beneficiaries to verify their identities online or in-person, leaving out phone support. Critics fear this will marginalize vulnerable groups, particularly seniors, as the Social Security Administration prepares to close offices and downsize staff.

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Elon Musk's DOGE initiative is stirring controversy as it may jeopardize Social Security payments, raising alarms among lawmakers and billionaire Mark Cuban. New policies mandate beneficiaries to verify their identities online or in-person, leaving out phone support. Critics fear this will marginalize vulnerable groups, particularly seniors, as the Social Security Administration prepares to close offices and downsize staff.