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Elon Musk Accused of Social Security 'Disinformation Campaign'

The tech billionaire said Social Security is "the biggest Ponzi scheme of all time" during a podcast with Joe Rogan last week.

Elon Musk has been accused by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) of spreading disinformation about Social Security, potentially influencing public opinion and policy decisions. The CBPP's report highlights Musk's tweets, which have amassed millions of views, as part of a broader campaign to undermine confidence in Social Security. Musk's statements often suggest that the program is financially unsustainable and that benefits might need to be cut, despite analyses showing that with minor adjustments, Social Security could remain solvent for decades. Critics argue that Musk's influence on social media could sway public and political views, leading to detrimental policy changes for the program, which is crucial for millions of Americans' retirement security.

Read the Full Newsweek Article at:
https://www.newsweek.com/elon-musk-accused-social-security-disinformation-campaign-2038610