Will President Trump Confront Social Security's Most Glaring Issue?
President Donald Trump kicked off his second term with a flurry of executive orders aimed at getting his ambitious political agenda off to a fast start. At the top of Trump's list appears to be issues related to immigration, tariffs, taxes, and much more.Social Security has not been the subject of his attention yet, although the President did say he doesn't think seniors should have to pay taxes on their Social Security benefits. However, this is not the core problem the program faces. Will Trump confront Social Security's most glaring issue during his second term?Social Security is the largest federal social program the government offers, helping tens of millions of Americans support themselves. In 2024, $1.5 trillion in benefits were paid out to an average 68 million Americans per month.Continue reading
President Donald Trump kicked off his second term with a flurry of executive orders aimed at getting his ambitious political agenda off to a fast start. At the top of Trump's list appears to be issues related to immigration, tariffs, taxes, and much more.
Social Security has not been the subject of his attention yet, although the President did say he doesn't think seniors should have to pay taxes on their Social Security benefits. However, this is not the core problem the program faces. Will Trump confront Social Security's most glaring issue during his second term?
Social Security is the largest federal social program the government offers, helping tens of millions of Americans support themselves. In 2024, $1.5 trillion in benefits were paid out to an average 68 million Americans per month.
