The Trump administration is set to implement changes affecting how the public interacts with Social Security, aiming to reduce fraud. While benefits for the 6.3 million Californians will remain intact, critics argue new policies will complicate access to personal support. Trump's strong stance against cutting benefits is countered by concerns that administrative changes may diminish benefit value and accessibility. Comments from officials raise alarms about their understanding of Social Security's critical role for seniors, suggesting the administration has a contentious view of fraud versus public service.
"I'm not going to touch Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid. Now, we're going to get fraud out of there ... and everybody wants us to get the fraud out," said Trump.
"The administration does have significant influence over the program through regulatory actions, budget allocations and policy decisions... could reduce the value or availability of benefits," said Shannon Benton.
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