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Social Security Administration backtracks on some ID requirements after backlash
Read full article: Social Security Administration backtracks on some ID requirements after backlashThe Social Security Administration said Wednesday that people applying for Social Security Disability Insurance, Medicare, or Supplemental Security Income who are not able to use agency’s online portal, can complete their claim entirely over the phone instead of at an office.
Musk eyes Social Security and benefit programs for cuts while claiming widespread fraud
Read full article: Musk eyes Social Security and benefit programs for cuts while claiming widespread fraudElon Musk says Social Security and other federal benefit programs will be targeted in his hunt for fraudulent spending.
Social Security says higher payments are on the way for millions of former public workers
Read full article: Social Security says higher payments are on the way for millions of former public workersMore than 3.2 million Social Security recipients who received pensions from their time as teachers, firefighters, police officers and other public service jobs will see an immediate boost in their benefits.
New Social Security chief contradicts claims that millions of dead people are getting payouts
Read full article: New Social Security chief contradicts claims that millions of dead people are getting payoutsThe new head of the Social Security Administration says deceased centenarians are “not necessarily receiving benefits."