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

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

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…

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Iran’s WhatsApp Purge: State-Sponsored FUD or Legitimate Security Concern?

Iran’s WhatsApp Purge: State-Sponsored FUD or Legitimate Security Concern?

Iran’s WhatsApp Purge: State-Sponsored FUD or Legitimate Security Concern? Iranian state media is urging citizens to uninstall WhatsApp, claiming data is being sent to Israel. No evidence was provided. Meta, WhatsApp’s parent company, denies these allegations, stating they don’t track precise location, message logs, or message content. They emphasize their end-to-end encryption and claim they don’t provide bulk user data to governments. Meta expresses concern this misinformation could lead to a WhatsApp ban, hindering communication at a critical time. The…

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Judge Halts Trump’s Attempt to Deploy National Guard in LA Amidst Fiery Protests and Disinformation Campaign

Judge Halts Trump’s Attempt to Deploy National Guard in LA Amidst Fiery Protests and Disinformation Campaign

Judge Halts Trump’s Attempt to Deploy National Guard in LA Amidst Fiery Protests and Disinformation Campaign A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order, blocking the Trump administration’s controversial deployment of the California National Guard to Los Angeles. The move comes amidst a backdrop of intense protests against ICE raids, fueled by a surge of online misinformation and alleged foreign interference. The protests, initially sparked by immigration raids, have become a battleground for disinformation. Experts warn that Russian media…

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