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Elon Musk's Social Security Remark Rebuked by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez


Published on 2025-03-02 13:20:52 - MSN
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  • Musk called Social Security a "Ponzi scheme," a remark that has drawn significant backlash from Democrats and critics.

Elon Musk recently made a controversial remark about Social Security, suggesting that it is akin to a "Ponzi scheme," which led to a sharp rebuke from Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. In a tweet, Musk criticized the sustainability of Social Security, prompting AOC to defend the program by highlighting its role in providing essential support to millions of Americans. She emphasized that Social Security is a fundamental social safety net, not a fraudulent investment scheme, and accused Musk of misunderstanding or misrepresenting the system's structure and purpose. This exchange has reignited discussions on the future of Social Security, its funding, and the broader implications of such high-profile critiques on public policy and economic security for retirees.

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