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Social Security Administration Announces 7,000 Jobs Cut

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By Web Desk Published March 2, 2025 2 Min Read
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a significant reduction of its workforce by 7,000 employees, or over 12 percent.

The SSA announcement is part of the broader efforts under the Trump administration to decrease the size of the federal workforce.

In a statement released on Friday, the SSA outlined its strategy to streamline operations and focus more efficiently on mission-critical services. This includes reducing its workforce from approximately 57,000 to a target of 50,000 employees. The agency also plans to consolidate its regional offices from ten to four, aiming to optimize its service delivery amidst the cuts.

Worried over Social Security cuts? Start saving money, says former SSA director. https://t.co/PNV8pLI2aT

— MarketWatch (@MarketWatch) March 1, 2025

The SSA is crucial for delivering monthly checks to about 73 million Americans, making it one of the most vital components of the U.S. social safety net. The proposed cuts have sparked concerns about the potential impact on service delivery to a demographic including elderly and disabled individuals. These groups are heavily reliant on social security benefits for their livelihood.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is notifying employees of “significant workforce reductions” as it prepares for what it describes as an “agency-wide organizational restructuring” – up to 30,000 employees may be cut in the process #MacroEdge

— MacroEdge (@MacroEdgeRes) February 28, 2025

Despite President Trump’s campaign promises to protect Social Security from cuts, the current administration’s actions reflect a significant shift, driven by a broader agenda to reduce government spending and size. This has been supported by both Trump and advisors from the Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk, who advocate for a leaner, more efficient government structure.

The announcement was followed by the resignation of two dozen senior SSA staff members, signaling internal dissent regarding the new measures. This upheaval within the SSA is further complicated by concerns over the security of the agency’s computer systems, which store sensitive personal data of millions of Americans.

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