Trump and Musk Allege Massive Social Security Fraud; Experts Debunk Claims of Payments to Centuries-Old Recipients
WASHINGTON — In recent claims that have stirred controversy and skepticism, President Donald Trump and entrepreneur Elon Musk suggested that the Social Security system has significant inefficiencies, pointing to alleged evidence of benefits being paid to deceased individuals. Their statements have invoked scrutiny from experts and officials who dispute the accuracy of these allegations. Last week, speaking to the media for the first time since the Department of Government Efficiency started its operations, Elon Musk …