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Elon Musk calls Social Security ‘the biggest Ponzi scheme of all time’ as calls mount to remove contribution caps for billionaires

DOGE cost-cutter-in-chief Elon Musk likened the U.S. retirement system to a pyramid scheme during a podcast with Joe Rogan.

Fortune

Social Security payments could suffer interruption soon as DOGE triggers 'system collapse,' former commissioner warns — 'start saving now'

“Ultimately, you’re going to see the system collapse and an interruption of benefits. I believe you will see that within the next 30 to 90 days.”

Fortune

Bernie Sanders Slams Elon Musk as 'Outrageous' for Calling Social Security a 'Ponzi Scheme'

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders fired back at Elon Musk after the billionaire regarded the whole Social Security system as fraudulent.

Latin Times

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DOGE and Congress Should Look Hard at Reforming Social Security

Means-test Social Security, raise the retirement age, and let us invest our own money.

Reason

The Trump administration may exclude government spending from GDP, obscuring the impact of DOGE cuts

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says he could take government spending out of his agency's reports on gross domestic product

The Independent UK

Retirement Income Tax and the IRS: What Retirees Need to Know for 2025

Several tax changes are happening that can impact how your retirement income is taxed at federal and state levels.

Kiplinger

AOC calls Elon Musk a ‘leech’ on the public as their tit-for-tat feud continues

‘No matter how many billions he gets in tax cuts and government contracts, it will never be enough for him,’ Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said

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Elon Musk Claims Social Security Is 'The Biggest Ponzi Scheme of All Time' During Latest Joe Rogan Interview

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk called Social Security "the biggest Ponzi scheme of all time" during his latest appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience.

Latin Times

Caregiving Is a Stealth Retirement Expense for Women: I Should Know

Eldercare takes a toll on everyone, but women's careers tend to suffer more — with dire consequences over the long term.

Kiplinger

The Golden Window: A Top Tax Strategy for the Right Retirees

Maximize your retirement savings and minimize your tax burdens by taking advantage of the strategic 'Golden Window' before Social Security and RMDs begin.

Kiplinger

The Social Security Fairness Act: Good News for Retirees?

Millions will be affected by new rules that boost Social Security benefits. But if you qualify, there may be knock-on effects on your retirement cash flow.

Kiplinger

Here's Why the Average IRS Refund for Tax Returns Filed in 2025 Is 32% Lower Than Last Year

The average US tax refund for the 2024 tax year dropped to £1,725 as of 14th February 2025 from £2,551 on the same day last year.

International Business Times UK

Social Security Administration Warns of Massive Layoffs: What It Means to You

The Social Security Administration is gearing up to layoff thousands of workers. Here’s how it can impact you.

Kiplinger

The Government Named This Baby 'Unakite Thirteen Hotel.' Years Later, Her Father Still Can't Change It.

He also can't get a birth certificate or Social Security number for his daughter.

Reason

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The Independent UK

Trump’s promised laundry list of tax goodies gets a reality check

ANALYSIS: ANALYSIS: Trump promised no taxes on tips, Social Security or overtime. Eric Garcia writes that the math does not add up

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Fugitive Wanted For Attempted Murder Captured After Decades-Long Con

Fugitive wanted for attempted murder captured after 40 years, assumed dead man's identity, arrested in New Mexico with weapons stash.

Kiplinger

Social Security Check Late? No, It's Not the Government Shutdown, but It Could Be These Four Reasons

Social Security payments are a reliable source of income in retirement. To keep them flowing, ensure you don’t make these four mistakes.

International Business Times UK

Did DOGE Really Catch Louisiana Man Who Used 34 Names, Social Security Numbers To Get $1.1M Every Year?

Online rumour alleges the US DOGE discovered a Louisiana man fraudulently collected over $1 million annually in Social Security, using 34 different identities.

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The Independent UK

Nebraska toddler named ‘Unakite Thirteen Hotel’ finally gets social security number after father’s pleas

Jason Kilburn now hopes to get his daughter, whose real name is Caroline, a proper birth certificate

The Independent UK

Social Security Administration could cut up to 50% of its workforce

The Social Security Administration is preparing to lay off at least 7,000 people from its workforce of 60,000 — and the final reduction in force number could be as high as 50%, according to two people familiar with the agency’s plans who are not authorized to speak publicly

Kiplinger

The Six People You Need to Talk with Before Retiring — and the Best Questions to Ask

It takes a team of people to build a great retirement plan. Here are the experts you need to reach out to before you make your big move.

TechRadar

Major breach hits employee screening firm - 3.3 million affected as hackers steal DISA data

Hackers seem to have stolen payment information and Social Security numbers.

International Business Times UK

Social Security Disability Dispute Times Could Worsen After Office Closures as Pending Cases Cross 270K

The already lengthy times for appealing rejections for the Social Security Disability Insurance benefits could worsen due to systemic challenges and DOGE's decision to downsize the federal agency.

Kiplinger

47 Local Social Security Offices to Close After DOGE Cuts

Here's the list of the 47 local Social Security Offices that have been or are in the process of being closed.

Al Jazeera

Key takeaways from Donald Trump’s first cabinet meeting with Elon Musk

Musk defended DOGE attempts to fire federal employees, while Trump said Russia would have to make concessions for peace.

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