Frank Bisignano

The Social Security Administration will issue limited-edition commemorative Social Security cards to children born in the U.S. between July 2 and December 31, 2026, as part of the 250th anniversary celebration. These cards will feature the Freedom 250 logo and are available only through the Enumeration at Birth program. Replacement cards issued after 2026 will not include the commemorative logo.

Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano testified before Congress about improved customer service but faced skepticism from Democrats over delays in benefits applications and service. The agency's financial issues remain unresolved, with a report projecting the Old Age and Survivors Insurance trust fund will deplete by 2032, risking benefit cuts.

Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano testified before Congress about improved customer service but faced skepticism from Democrats over reported delays in benefits processing. The Social Security trustees warned the Old Age and Survivors Insurance trust fund will deplete by late 2032, risking a 22% benefit cut.

Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano testified before Congress about improved customer service but faced skepticism from Democrats over delays in benefits applications and unresolved issues. Lawmakers debated statistics on wait times and financial projections showing the Old Age and Survivors Insurance trust fund will deplete by 2032, reducing benefits by 22%.

Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano testified before Congress about improved customer service at the Social Security Administration but faced skepticism from Democrats over claims of reduced wait times and delays in processing benefits. The agency's financial challenges were highlighted, with the Old Age and Survivors Insurance trust fund projected to deplete by 2032, leading to automatic benefit reductions. Republicans praised performance metrics, while Democrats criticized discrepancies between reported statistics and constituent experiences.

The Social Security Commissioner testified before Congress about improved customer service but faced skepticism from Democrats over reported delays in benefits processing. Republicans praised the statistics, while Democrats highlighted discrepancies between SSA claims and constituent experiences, including long wait times and unresolved issues.

Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano faced skepticism from Democratic lawmakers over claims of improved customer service and failed to address the program's financial insolvency projected for 2032. Republicans praised performance statistics, while Democrats highlighted constituent reports of long wait times and unresolved issues.

The head of the Social Security Administration testified before Congress about improved customer service, but Democrats expressed skepticism over reported delays in accessing benefits and office appointments, while Republicans praised the statistics provided. The agency's financial insolvency is projected for 2032, prompting calls for legislative action.

The head of the Social Security Administration, Frank Bisignano, testified before Congress about improved customer service but faced skepticism from Democrats over reported delays in accessing benefits. Lawmakers debated statistics regarding wait times and the program's financial sustainability, with the trust fund projected to deplete by 2032, risking a 22% benefit cut.

The Social Security Administration's phone helpline wait times have reached a record low, according to Commissioner Frank Bisignano. He stated that long wait times, a legacy issue, are being addressed through changes.

Social Security’s retirement trust fund is projected to face a funding shortfall in 2032, a year earlier than previously estimated, while Medicare’s hospital insurance trust fund remains projected to be unable to pay full benefits in 2033. Rising healthcare costs and government spending contribute to these financial challenges, with benefits continuing but at reduced levels after trust fund depletion.

Social Security’s retirement trust fund is projected to face a funding shortfall in 2032, one year earlier than previously estimated, while Medicare’s hospital insurance trust fund remains projected to run out in 2033. Rising healthcare costs and government spending contribute to the financial challenges, with trust funds expected to cover only 83% of scheduled benefits after depletion.

Social Security’s retirement trust fund is projected to face a funding shortfall in 2032, a year earlier than last year’s estimate, while Medicare’s hospital insurance trust fund will be unable to pay full benefits in 2033. Rising healthcare costs and government spending contribute to these challenges, with benefits continuing at reduced levels after trust fund depletion.

Social Security Administration (SSA) Commissioner Frank Bisignano claims improved customer service metrics, including a 75% reduction in phone wait times and increased online service efficiency, while facing criticism over temporary staffing shifts and long-term service risks. The agency's union reports severe understaffing in multiple field offices, though Bisignano denies closures and emphasizes flexibility in client access.

Social Security Administration (SSA) Commissioner Frank Bisignano testifies to Congress about improved customer service metrics, including a 75% reduction in phone wait times and increased online service usage. Critics argue these gains rely on temporary staffing shifts and workforce reductions, while the union representing SSA employees highlights severe understaffing in specific field offices.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent avoided answering questions during a Senate hearing about an IRS settlement with President Donald Trump, his family, and the Trump Organization, citing ongoing litigation. The settlement ended a lawsuit over the 2019 leak of Trump's tax returns and included a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent avoided answering questions during a Senate hearing about a settlement between the Trump administration and the IRS, citing ongoing litigation. The settlement, which involved dropping a lawsuit over the 2019 leak of President Donald Trump’s tax returns, included an 'anti-weaponization' fund that acting Attorney General Todd Blanche later declared dead.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent avoided questions during a Senate hearing about a settlement between the Trump administration and the IRS regarding tax return leaks. The settlement, which involved dropping a lawsuit over an 2019 tax return leak, includes a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund. Bessent cited ongoing litigation to deflect inquiries about audit immunity for Trump, his family, and businesses.

The Trump administration plans to reduce Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for disabled adults living with family members, potentially cutting payments by up to a third. The proposed rule would deduct the value of a disabled individual’s bedroom from their SSI allotment, even if their family is poor enough to qualify for food stamps. This policy targets individuals like Shy’tyra Burton, a 22-year-old with severe disabilities who relies on SSI and lives with her father.

The U.S. Treasury reports 53 million filers used Trump-era tax provisions in 2026, with significant numbers claiming specific deductions. Despite claims of tax savings, 70% of Americans still believe taxes are too high, while the IRS faces criticism over workforce cuts and data sharing practices.