U.S. Rep. Jared Moskowitz has expressed concern about potential threats to Social Security phone assistance from President Trump and Elon Musk’s DOGE efforts. The Social Security Administration has reassured that phone lines are not going away, but changes are coming. Despite this, 62 House Democrats have sent a letter expressing grave concerns about reports of the agency considering eliminating telephone services for disability and retirement claims. The agency has clarified that these reports are inaccurate. Moskowitz and U.S. Rep. Al Green partnered to organize the letter, although not all Democrats in the House signed it.
Changes to the Social Security phone service are underway, with recipients needing to verify their identity in person starting March 31. The agency also plans to close several offices and lay off workers, sparking concerns about increased wait times and barriers for vulnerable populations. Moskowitz’s office released the letter shortly after being named a target seat by the National Republican Congressional Committee.
The Democratic lawmakers commend the decision to cancel the proposal to eliminate phone services and urge the protection of this critical service in the future. They believe that cutting phone services would create unnecessary barriers for vulnerable populations facing numerous challenges. Moskowitz, along with other South Florida U.S. Reps., is advocating for the safeguarding of Social Security phone assistance amidst these potential changes.
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