US EditionTrump pick to head Social Security Administration denies plans to privatize
- The Senate held a confirmation hearing for Frank Bisignano, nominated by President Trump to lead the Social Security Administration, amid concerns over potential federal spending cuts affecting benefits.
- Denise Perishak, a concerned retiree, expressed fears about funding cuts to Social Security due to potential federal spending reductions.
- Bisignano pledged to improve services and reduce the error rate, stating, 'We will meet beneficiaries where they want to be met,' despite declining staffing levels at the agency.
- Democratic lawmakers questioned Bisignano about potential privatization plans, which he denied, assuring they would maintain Social Security as a public institution.
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