The Latest Breaking News from Social Security

The former commissioner of the Social Security Administration on Tuesday ripped into “co-presidents” Donald Trump and Elon Musk, along with DOGE’s band of “19-year-old nitwits,” and called them the “biggest threat” to the continued existence of the 90-year-old program so critical to millions of Americans.

DOGE claims to have saved US taxpayers £43.5 billion ($55 billion) in under a month by cutting government waste, cancelling contracts, and eliminating redundant programmes.

Elon Musk says it’s a “HUGE” problem. Is it?

Social Security Acting Commissioner Michelle King was replaced by Leland Dudek after she clashed with Elon Musk's DOGE over access to sensitive records of Social Security recipients.

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has set its sights on Social Security. Here is why you shouldn't panic.

The 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to retired Social Security beneficiaries when their January 2025 payments arrive.

White House defends Social Security audit, highlighting bipartisan support and commitment to eliminating waste and fraud. Public reception remains favorable.

Michelle King opts to retire after 30 years rather than grant request by ‘department of government efficiency’

The Senate has adopted the 2025 health budget, the final chapter in France’s tumultuous months-long budget process that felled the previous government. Francois Bayrou's government can heave a sigh of relief, but the final budget falls short of the belt-tightening initially envisaged.

Some wonder whether Elon Musk and other private citizens should have access to confidential taxpayer information.

Judge to rule on restraining order against Elon Musk's government streamlining efforts amid controversy and differing perspectives.