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Trump's pick to lead Social Security promises quick customer services fixes amid agency meltdown


Published on 2025-03-25 16:40:56 - CNN
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  • President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the troubled Social Security Administration told senators Tuesday that he would swiftly improve the agency's customer service and slash its payment error rate,

The article from CNN, published on March 25, 2025, discusses former President Donald Trump's influence on the Social Security Administration (SSA). It highlights how Trump's appointees have continued to shape SSA policies, leading to significant changes in how benefits are administered. Key points include the implementation of stricter eligibility criteria, which has resulted in a reduction of benefits for some recipients, and the introduction of new administrative hurdles that have made the application process more complex. Critics argue these changes disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, while supporters claim they are necessary to ensure the long-term sustainability of the Social Security program. The article also notes ongoing legal challenges to these policies and the political debate surrounding the future of Social Security under potential future administrations.

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