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Trump's Social Security Overhaul Leaves 74 Million Vulnerable

6/22/2025

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The Trump administration's overhaul of Social Security has left many vulnerable individuals in the lurch, with longer wait times and diminished access to crucial information. Commissioner Frank Bisignano's push for a "digital-first" strategy has proven challenging for the elderly and disabled, raising alarms among critics who warn that these changes threaten the well-being of over 74 million beneficiaries.

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The Trump administration's overhaul of Social Security has left many vulnerable individuals in the lurch, with longer wait times and diminished access to crucial information. Commissioner Frank Bisignano's push for a "digital-first" strategy has proven challenging for the elderly and disabled, raising alarms among critics who warn that these changes threaten the well-being of over 74 million beneficiaries.