Employees of the Social Security Administration have raised serious concerns regarding proposed staff cuts under President Trump's administration. They warn that reducing the workforce may lead to significant delays in processing payments for millions of beneficiaries, risking vital support for older Americans and individuals with disabilities. Internal communications indicate that the agency is already offering early retirement packages to reduce staffing numbers. Employees fear that these cuts could result in overpayments and prolonged wait times, exacerbating challenges faced by a vulnerable population reliant on timely Social Security benefits.
"Put bluntly, the ramifications of downsizing SSA are enormous. Because it'll take two to three times longer to work these cases, some people will die before a decision is reached."
"These cuts are part of President Donald Trump and the DOGE office's larger goals to reduce government waste and slash the federal workforce."
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