Trump's Social Security Tax Proposal Faces Scrutiny

Plan to eliminate taxes on benefits raises concerns about program insolvency and long-term impacts.

Trump proposes ending income taxes on Social Security benefits, potentially reducing federal revenue by up to $1.8 trillion over a decade.
Experts warn that the plan could accelerate insolvency for Social Security and Medicare by several years.
The proposal is politically popular among retirees but faces criticism for shifting financial burdens to younger workers.
Some analysts argue the marginal short-term benefits do not outweigh the long-term risks to program stability.
Bipartisan support exists for reducing Social Security taxes, but sustainable funding solutions remain contentious.