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Frank Bisignano Becomes SSA Commissioner, Promises Payment Security

5/8/2025

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Frank Bisignano has officially taken the helm as the 18th commissioner of the Social Security Administration, vowing to safeguard payments for over 72 million beneficiaries. While he pledges to cut wait times and enhance access, advocates are wary of possible detrimental changes amid the Trump administration's push to minimize improper payments.

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Frank Bisignano has officially taken the helm as the 18th commissioner of the Social Security Administration, vowing to safeguard payments for over 72 million beneficiaries. While he pledges to cut wait times and enhance access, advocates are wary of possible detrimental changes amid the Trump administration's push to minimize improper payments.