Social Security, the mainstay retirement program for millions of Americans, faces a financial countdown toward insolvency within the next decade. Questions swirl over whether policies introduced

As the Social Security Administration cuts staff, that could impact the agency's ability to pay millions of benefit checks each month, Democratic senators warn.

The president has seemingly doubled down on his proposal since his returning to Washington. In February, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the Trump administration is committed to implementing the "largest tax cut in history," which includes ending taxes on Social Security.

The team working at the Social Security Administration appears to be among the largest DOGE units deployed to any government agency.

From eliminating taxes on benefits to major staffing cuts at the Social Security Administration, President Donald Trump’s proposals could impact the benefits you’ve earned. In 2025, you might see some relief if Social Security benefits become tax-free,

KEY TAKEAWAYS The Social Security Administration plans to cut or avoid spending $800 million this fiscal year and plans to reduce its workforce by more than 12%.Experts said these budget cuts could make it harder for beneficiaries to contact Social Security and could disrupt benefits.