Elon Musk described Social Security as "the biggest Ponzi scheme of all time" during an appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast. His comments, which included claims of fraud and excessive spending in welfare programs, alarmed Democrats worried about potential cuts to benefits. With over 4 million Americans nearing retirement, lawmakers emphasize the urgency of defending Social Security amidst fears of governmental dismantling. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer highlighted the dire situation, stating that the program is under threat, signaling a likely confrontation over federal entitlements.
Democrats have been struggling to respond to the Trump Administration's onslaught on the federal government, as leaders try to decide which battles to pick while DOGE and other agency officials make aggressive moves every day to dismantle the bureaucracy.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer stated at a news conference on Capitol Hill, 'Now we know that something we Senate Democrats have feared for a long time is coming true. Social Security is under attack and at risk.'
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