Overview
- Joe Biden delivered his first public speech since leaving office, criticizing the Trump administration's handling of Social Security less than 100 days into its term.
- Biden accused the administration of firing 7,000 experienced Social Security employees, with plans for further reductions, which he described as an attack on the system's integrity.
- The former president claimed these actions are intended to facilitate significant tax cuts for billionaires at the expense of a critical safety net for millions of Americans.
- Elon Musk, associated with federal downsizing efforts, has highlighted alleged fraud within Social Security, though without providing detailed evidence.
- Biden emphasized the importance of Social Security as a cornerstone of trust between the government and its citizens, calling for its preservation for the nation's well-being.