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DOGE says fraudsters targeting Social Security's call-in lines to bilk benefits

Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency discussed fraud targeting Social Security's call lines during an interview on Fox News.
Approximately 40% of Social Security calls are from fraudsters attempting to change direct deposit information, according to DOGE engineer Aram Moghaddassi.
The Social Security Administration has changed policies to require two-factor authentication or in-person verification to change account details, citing that phone verification alone is insufficient to prevent fraud.
Musk claimed that DOGE's efforts would ultimately help legitimate recipients receive more Social Security benefits, but former officials disputed this and highlighted potential disruptions to benefits for many.

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DOGE says fraudsters targeting Social Security's call-in lines to bilk benefits

Elon Musk and members of his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) discussed efforts by bad actors to defraud Social Security in an interview on Thursday.Musk and several members of DOGE appeared on Fox News' "Special Report with Bret Baier" and told host Bret Baier that a significant proportion of the daily calls that Social Security fields are from people trying to change legitimate recipients' direct deposit destinations in an effort to …

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Dear Editor, Here is the MAGA hypocrisy of the day. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnik recently complained about fraud in Social Security, saying “Fraudsters always make the loudest noise.” Mr. Lutnick, you are describing your boss, who is always screaming “Witch hunt.” Here is a thought for the day. Why would Chief Justice Roberts take the…

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One Of The "DOGE Geniuses" Exposes Massive Fraud At Social Security, Says "Almost Half" The Calls SSA Get Are From Fraudsters - The American Tribune.com

A major bombshell announcement from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has exposed endemic Social Security Fraud, which affects millions of seniors. In their major report, DOGE employees revealed that 40% of Social Security Administration (SSA) phone calls are fraudulent attempts to redirect funds from their rightful owners. To explain the background, President Trump appointed Musk to lead DOGE and tasked him with implementing cost-c…

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Rome police warn of social security scam targeting residents - Newport Dispatch

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