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2. it's 100% about political will
Fri Feb 27, 2026, 06:24 PM
Friday

...and the balance of power in Congress and the WH.

President Trump has promised to protect Social Security, but the fine print of his agenda points to a very different outcome for retirees, workers, and people with disabilities. Independent analysts now warn that his approach could speed up the program's financial crunch, reshape how benefits are delivered, and quietly trim support for some of the most vulnerable Americans. In practical terms, the emerging picture is a Social Security strategy that delivers four major blows: earlier insolvency risk, higher exposure for near-retirees, disruptive administrative changes, and targeted cuts to disability protections.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/retirement/report-says-trumps-social-security-plan-triggers-4-big-hits/ar-AA1RD26o

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