The Social Security Administration meant job stability. Not anymore.Federal employment once promised stability, but recent executive actions have created uncertainty and fear among employees.
Elon Musk is hunting for Social Security fraud. It's not very common.SSA audits revealed only $298 million was erroneously paid to deceased individuals, contradicting claims of widespread fraud by the Trump administration.
Social Security shutters its civil rights and transformation officesSSA closes key civil rights office and Office of Transformation, raising concerns over efficiency and impact on service delivery.
The Social Security Administration meant job stability. Not anymore.Federal employment once promised stability, but recent executive actions have created uncertainty and fear among employees.
Elon Musk is hunting for Social Security fraud. It's not very common.SSA audits revealed only $298 million was erroneously paid to deceased individuals, contradicting claims of widespread fraud by the Trump administration.
Social Security shutters its civil rights and transformation officesSSA closes key civil rights office and Office of Transformation, raising concerns over efficiency and impact on service delivery.
'An opportunity': How one federal agency is advising employees to respond to Elon Musk's work productivity emailFederal agencies differ on how to handle OPM's request for workers to list accomplishments, with SSA urging compliance and DOD advising against it.
O'Malley called to testify in Congress about Social Security remote work policyO'Malley will testify on a telework agreement affecting 42,000 Social Security employees, prompting concerns about its impact on agency operations.
Biden Administration Locks In WFH Rules for Some Federal WorkersHybrid work protections for Social Security employees have been secured by a new agreement extending telework until 2029.
'An opportunity': How one federal agency is advising employees to respond to Elon Musk's work productivity emailFederal agencies differ on how to handle OPM's request for workers to list accomplishments, with SSA urging compliance and DOD advising against it.
O'Malley called to testify in Congress about Social Security remote work policyO'Malley will testify on a telework agreement affecting 42,000 Social Security employees, prompting concerns about its impact on agency operations.
Biden Administration Locks In WFH Rules for Some Federal WorkersHybrid work protections for Social Security employees have been secured by a new agreement extending telework until 2029.
Top Social Security Official Leaves After Musk Team Seeks Data AccessMichelle King's resignation from the Social Security Administration emphasizes concerns over data privacy amidst government efficiency efforts led by Elon Musk.
Struggle Over Americans' Personal Data Plays Out Across the GovernmentMichelle King reassured Congress about privacy at SSA; her resistance to Musk's data request led to her and her chief of staff's dismissal.
Millions of Dead People on Social Security? The Agency's Own Data Says Otherwise.Claims of millions of dead people receiving Social Security payments are unfounded and misinterpret agency records.
Social Security Commissioner Reportedly Ousted After Denying Elon Musk Access to Sensitive Files'Michelle King was ousted as acting commissioner of the SSA after denying Elon Musk's DOGE access to sensitive agency files.
Opinion: You'd be a fool to think Musk and DOGE aren't rifling through your tax and medical historiesMusk's team is gaining access to sensitive taxpayer data, raising serious privacy concerns.
Top Social Security Official Leaves After Musk Team Seeks Data AccessMichelle King's resignation from the Social Security Administration emphasizes concerns over data privacy amidst government efficiency efforts led by Elon Musk.
Struggle Over Americans' Personal Data Plays Out Across the GovernmentMichelle King reassured Congress about privacy at SSA; her resistance to Musk's data request led to her and her chief of staff's dismissal.
Millions of Dead People on Social Security? The Agency's Own Data Says Otherwise.Claims of millions of dead people receiving Social Security payments are unfounded and misinterpret agency records.
Social Security Commissioner Reportedly Ousted After Denying Elon Musk Access to Sensitive Files'Michelle King was ousted as acting commissioner of the SSA after denying Elon Musk's DOGE access to sensitive agency files.
Opinion: You'd be a fool to think Musk and DOGE aren't rifling through your tax and medical historiesMusk's team is gaining access to sensitive taxpayer data, raising serious privacy concerns.
Trump Can't Recall if He Fired the Head of Social Security or if She Quit: I Don't Know'President Trump expressed surprise at the resignation of Social Security's Acting Commissioner Michelle King, following tensions with Elon Musk.
Incompetent or crooked? Elon Musk exposing Washington's rotten systemElon Musk is pushing for improvement in government spending regulations with DOGE, exposing outdated processes and potential fraud.
Trump Can't Recall if He Fired the Head of Social Security or if She Quit: I Don't Know'President Trump expressed surprise at the resignation of Social Security's Acting Commissioner Michelle King, following tensions with Elon Musk.
Incompetent or crooked? Elon Musk exposing Washington's rotten systemElon Musk is pushing for improvement in government spending regulations with DOGE, exposing outdated processes and potential fraud.
Here's What You Need: Some Super Weird 17th Century Baby NamesModern parents are favoring unique names over traditional choices, harking back to historical naming trends from groups like the Quakers.
Top baby boy names in NY for 2023, watch change since 1910Liam has been the most popular name for baby boys in New York for the past two years, illustrating a steep rise in usage.
15 Forgotten Names For Your Baby That Are Unique & Have Vintage VibesParents seek unique, vintage names with special meanings for their children.Forgotten names offer a solution to achieving uniqueness in baby naming.
These Are The Most Unusual Baby Names Parents Chose For Their Children In The Last YearTop 2023 baby names reflect a mix of popularity and individuality, with Olivia and Liam remaining favorites while unusual names also emerge.
These Were The Most Popular Baby Names In 1925Some baby names from 1925 remain popular today, while others have significantly declined in usage.
Here's What You Need: Some Super Weird 17th Century Baby NamesModern parents are favoring unique names over traditional choices, harking back to historical naming trends from groups like the Quakers.
Top baby boy names in NY for 2023, watch change since 1910Liam has been the most popular name for baby boys in New York for the past two years, illustrating a steep rise in usage.
15 Forgotten Names For Your Baby That Are Unique & Have Vintage VibesParents seek unique, vintage names with special meanings for their children.Forgotten names offer a solution to achieving uniqueness in baby naming.
These Are The Most Unusual Baby Names Parents Chose For Their Children In The Last YearTop 2023 baby names reflect a mix of popularity and individuality, with Olivia and Liam remaining favorites while unusual names also emerge.
These Were The Most Popular Baby Names In 1925Some baby names from 1925 remain popular today, while others have significantly declined in usage.
Truth Be Told: Why some government employees can work from home until 2029Remote work for federal employees has become more common since the pandemic, allowing for more flexibility like the private sector.The new contract for Social Security employees allows for remote work for five more years, amid ongoing staffing challenges.
House Wants To Grill Biden Social Security Head On Signing 5-Year Telework ContractO'Malley's agreement allowing telework through 2029 raises concerns about federal employee oversight and transparency.The hearing reflects tensions between federal employee unions and incoming executive branch officials.
Truth Be Told: Why some government employees can work from home until 2029Remote work for federal employees has become more common since the pandemic, allowing for more flexibility like the private sector.The new contract for Social Security employees allows for remote work for five more years, amid ongoing staffing challenges.
House Wants To Grill Biden Social Security Head On Signing 5-Year Telework ContractO'Malley's agreement allowing telework through 2029 raises concerns about federal employee oversight and transparency.The hearing reflects tensions between federal employee unions and incoming executive branch officials.
Social security office opens in historic 16th Street buildingThe Superior Automotive building has reopened as a Social Security Administration office after being vacant for over a decade.The building's historical significance and protective status posed challenges for redevelopment efforts.
Trump Picks Banking Executive to Lead Social Security AdministrationTrump appointed Frank Bisignano as commissioner of the Social Security Administration, emphasizing his strong business leadership background.
Federal work-from-home policies could be in jeopardy under GOP leadershipWork-from-home policies for federal workers, established during COVID-19, face backlash as new Republican administration pushes for a return to office.
The Continuing Challenges of a Mental Health DisabilityThe article reflects on personal experiences with mental health challenges and discusses the disability application process as defined by the SSA.
A Brooklyn woman was wrongly deemed dead by the government. 2 years later, she's still haunted by the error.Government mistakenly declares thousands of people deceased annually, causing significant financial distress and complicating access to benefits.
O'Malley to step down as SSA chief this month, seeks political roleMartin O'Malley resigns as SSA Commissioner to lead the DNC, citing a temporary role amidst challenges of staffing and customer service at the agency.
Social Security worker in Mass. charged with trying to pressure beneficiary into prostitutionA Social Security Administration employee was arrested for attempting to pressure a beneficiary into prostitution, reflecting serious abuse of power.
This disabled woman built a career. A federal program that helped now penalizes her for her success.Tabi Haly's success, as a career woman with severe disabilities, is jeopardized by bureaucratic issues surrounding her Supplemental Security Income eligibility.
SSI to move core disability program application onlineThe SSA is transitioning the Supplemental Security Income application process online to enhance accessibility and reduce processing times.
This disabled woman built a career. A federal program that helped now penalizes her for her success.Tabi Haly's success, as a career woman with severe disabilities, is jeopardized by bureaucratic issues surrounding her Supplemental Security Income eligibility.
SSI to move core disability program application onlineThe SSA is transitioning the Supplemental Security Income application process online to enhance accessibility and reduce processing times.
SSA has a plan, but wants more funding to get it doneThe SSA's 2024 agenda includes over 170 items to improve operations and reduce wait times, contingent on adequate funding.
These disabled people tried to play by the rules. It cost them their federal benefitsKaren Williams faced consequences of an outdated federal asset limit rule while trying to ensure her funeral expenses were covered.
Op-Ed: Jeffries needs to address poverty in his district * Brooklyn PaperHakeem Jeffries, the House Minority Leader, faces high poverty rates and health issues in his 8th Congressional District, putting pressure on him to address these challenges.