What Social Security says to do if you're incorrectly listed as dead
An incorrect report of death "can be devastating" SSA says, as restoring benefits is a long and challenging process.
Social Security Administration to require in-person identity checks for new and existing recipients
In an effort to limit fraudulent claims, the Social Security Administration will impose tighter identity-proofing measures — ...
Proposed Changes to Social Security Claims Process Revealed in Leaked Memo
A leaked internal memo from the Social Security Administration (SSA) reveals possible changes the government agency could be ...
Proposed Trump policy could force thousands of citizens applying for Social Security benefits to verify their identities in person
While the move could potentially protect against fraud, it could also cause long wait times and mass disruption.
How the Social Safety Net Became for ‘Suckers’
The fear of playing the sucker is often weaponized for political ends, but it can only cover so much real harm.