Trump, DOGE to cut Social Security staff in half

Social Security Administration aims to cut about 7,000 jobs, prompting fears of customer service impact
Calling its workforce “bloated,” the Social Security Administration announced Friday plans to slash about 7,000 jobs, or roughly 12% of its staff. The potential cuts are part of a larger reorganization at the agency in line with the Trump administration’s drive to downsize the federal government.
Social Security Administration will have 'significant' cuts. What does this mean for you?
The Social Security Administraton's planning to ax 7,000 jobs. What this means for its workers and Social Security beneficiaries.
DOGE is on a cutting spree — and Social Security workers warn it's going to affect your benefits
The Social Security Administration offered early retirements to employees in an effort to slash the workforce. Workers said it'll hurt beneficiaries.
Social Security Administration Layoffs: Will They Delay Your Benefits?
It's worrisome news for everyone who draws Social Security benefits or might be about to apply for them. The Social Security Administration said Thursday that it is poised to begin a massive restructuring that "will include significant workforce reductions.
Social Security was already dealing with backlogs. Employees warn job cuts could worsen services.
"We are already short-staffed as it is,"one Social Security Administration employee said of the agency's plans to slash its workforce.
How your Social Security benefits could be affected if the Trump Administration cuts 50% of the SSA’s workforce
Though President Trump has vowed to protect Social Security, his planned layoffs for the SSA could have consequences for beneficiaries.
Trump administration plans 'significant' cuts to Social Security Administration workforce
The agency said in a statement posted to its website that it had notified employees that it will "soon" implement "significant workforce reductions."
Social Security Administration could cut up to 50% of its workforce
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Social Security Administration is preparing to lay off at least 7,000 people from its workforce of 60,000, according to a person familiar with the agency’s plans who is not authorized to speak publicly. The workforce reduction, according to a second person who also spoke on the condition of anonymity, could be as high as 50%.
Trump’s Social Security cuts: What they mean for retirees and the future of benefits
The Social Security Administration is facing massive budget cuts and layoffs under President Donald Trump’s administration, leading to concerns about reduced benefits, office closures, and longer wait times for millions of Americans who rely on the program.
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Social Security Administration to Cut Roughly 7,000 Workers
The agency is also restructuring and closing six of 10 regional offices that coordinate and provide support to employees who serve beneficiaries.

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