Social Security
Why does Congressman Burleson believe Elon Musk is helping to save the country?
According to Congressman Burleson, Elon Musk is one of the smartest individuals on the planet who is helping save the country through genuine sacrifice rather than self-interest. Despite having more to lose than most people, Musk is dedicating his time, treasure, talent, and expertise to address national challenges. Burleson emphasizes that Musk is motivated by the country's best interests, bringing his own genius and assembling other brilliant minds to tackle inefficiencies in the federal system. The Congressman believes America should embrace this valuable contribution from someone with exceptional capabilities who is willing to risk his substantial resources for the nation's benefit.
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Fox News
01:21 - 01:43
Why did Michelle King resign as the Social Security Administration's acting commissioner?
Michelle King resigned after 30 years with the Social Security Administration amid controversy involving the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk. According to advocacy groups speaking with SSA employees, King was resistant to DOGE's attempts to gain access to a sensitive database containing personal information related to Social Security benefits. While the White House has not provided an official reason for her departure, this appears to be another example of a longtime federal official pushing back against unauthorized access to sensitive information and ultimately leaving as a result. King's resignation highlights growing tensions between established government agencies and newer oversight initiatives.
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CBS News
02:09 - 03:07
Why did Michelle King resign from the Social Security Administration?
Michelle King, the acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration, resigned over the weekend after refusing a request from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The resignation came specifically because she declined to provide DOGE with access to sensitive data of millions of Americans held by the agency. This development is part of the Trump administration's broader push to reshape federal government agencies, with DOGE now turning its scrutiny to the Social Security Administration. King's departure highlights emerging tensions between protecting citizens' private information and the new administration's efficiency initiatives.
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NBC News
14:04 - 14:28
Why did Michelle King, the acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration, resign from her position?
Michelle King stepped down over the weekend after refusing a request from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to access sensitive data of millions of Americans at the Social Security Administration. According to sources, this data included bank information, Social Security numbers, birth dates, and in some cases medical records of the over 70 million Americans receiving benefits through the agency. Instead of providing this sensitive information, King chose to retire rather than comply with the request. The White House later confirmed her departure, stating that President Trump has directed DOGE teams to identify potential fraud at the Social Security Administration as part of broader efforts to reduce perceived waste within federal agencies.
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NBC News
14:04 - 16:10
What is the unprecedented situation happening with Social Security under Elon Musk's influence?
For the first time in American history, Social Security payments are no longer guaranteed. Since its inception in 1940, Social Security checks have never been late or short, but this reliability is now threatened with Elon Musk's involvement in the agency through the appointment of Leland Dudek, who has close ties to Musk, as acting Commissioner. This violates the established line of succession at the Social Security Administration. This development puts 71 million Americans who rely on monthly Social Security benefits in an uncertain position. Despite the agency's remarkable efficiency with just 58,000 employees serving millions of beneficiaries, Musk's influence poses a significant risk as his specialty when taking over federal agencies has been to stop payments.
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MSNBC
21:17 - 27:19
What led to the resignation of the acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration?
The acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration resigned following a clash with Elon Musk's US Doge Service team. According to NBC News, the conflict arose over the team's attempts to access sensitive government records at the agency, which apparently alarmed the career official enough to prompt her resignation. The incident appears to be part of actions directed by Trump, who sent Musk's people to the Social Security Administration. The situation was serious enough that the acting commissioner left her position this weekend after confronting the team's efforts to gain access to confidential government information.
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MSNBC
04:55 - 05:21