05/31/2026
Social Security is more than a monthly check, it’s a promise Americans earn through a lifetime of work. While some claim benefits aren’t being cut, staffing reductions, office closures, and new barriers to service make it harder for seniors, people with disabilities, and families to access the benefits they’ve earned. Protecting Social Security means protecting both the benefits and the ability to receive benefits when people need them most.
In the course of his presidential campaign, Donald Trump had a lot to say about Social Security. And that makes sense, since it’s a big issue for current and future retirees alike. One thing Trump specifically pledged to do was not make cuts to Social Security. He also said he did not want current...