SSA Under Fire for Misleading Email on Trump’s Tax Cuts Amidst Public Outcry

WASHINGTON – The Social Security Administration (SSA) is facing severe criticism after sending a deceptive email to millions of beneficiaries, falsely claiming that former President Donald Trump’s recent tax cuts and spending law eliminated federal income taxes on Social Security benefits for most recipients. The email, which was also mirrored on the SSA’s official website, stated, “The bill ensures that nearly 90% of Social Security beneficiaries will no longer pay federal income taxes on their benefits, providing meaningful and immediate relief to seniors who have spent a lifetime contributing to our nation’s economy.”

However, experts and congressional Democrats quickly debunked the claims, asserting that the legislation does not, in fact, eliminate federal taxes on Social Security benefits. The arcane budget reconciliation process used to pass the bill does not permit changes to Social Security. While the package does include a temporary tax deduction of up to $6,000 for seniors 65 and older and $12,000 for married seniors, it does not remove the tax burden on benefits as broadly suggested.

The misleading communication coincided with former President Trump’s public statements at a rally and a bill-signing ceremony, where he reiterated the false claim that the legislation abolished Social Security taxes. Former SSA officials and lawmakers have expressed outrage, with New Jersey Rep. Frank Pallone calling it “disturbing to see Trump hijack a public institution to push blatant misinformation.” Jeff Nesbit, a former SSA deputy commissioner, described the political emails as “unbelievable” and “unconscionable,” highlighting the agency’s historical neutrality.

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