US EditionTrump issues Social Security proclamation
- On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation in the Oval Office commemorating the 90 years since the Social Security Act was enacted.
- The Social Security Act, signed by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1935, created a federal safety net addressing unemployment, illness, disability, death, and old age.
- Trump touted his administration's achievements such as cutting average call wait times from 30 to six minutes, removing 275,000 illegal beneficiaries, and advancing provisions for seniors to pay zero tax on benefits.
- The proclamation hailed Social Security as a landmark piece of legislation based on the enduring commitment that workers who have contributed to the nation will receive ongoing assistance, security, and the help they need.
- Despite criticism that workforce cuts and tax reforms may hurt the program, Trump reiterated his pledge to defend Social Security and emphasized efforts to root out fraud for future generations.
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) - For 90 years, Social Security has been keeping promises for generations of hardworking Americans. To celebrate those nine decades, AARP West Virginia hosted a series of events across Charleston on Thursday, which marked the 90th anniversary of President Franklin D. Roosevelt signing the Social Security Act into law. The first stop was at Capitol Market for an ice cream social where folks could get the scoop on Social S…
President Donald Trump issued a presidential proclamation to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Social Security Act, along with a speech in the White House, by Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano, highlighting the achievements of his Administration in modernizing and strengthening this vital program that benefits nearly 72 million Americans. Read more]]>
Trump celebrates Social Security’s 90th anniversary, claims he’s strengthening it
President Donald Trump signed a proclamation Thursday honoring the 90th anniversary of the Social Security Act of 1935. Before doing so, he touted what he sees as the keeping of his promise to preserve and protect the program and to lower taxes for seniors who receive Social Security benefits.
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