Hold times at Social Security's 1-800 number averaged 60 minutes last year, during the Biden admin. Under Trump, they top 90 mins.

The Social Security Administration recently made a slew of changes to reduce costs and improve customer service. President Trump has proposed exempting tips, overtime, and Social Security from federal income tax. Those changes to tax law could cause the Social Security Trust Fund to depleted sooner than anticipated.

The Trump administration's decision to cut Social Security payments has sparked widespread concern. With over 70 million Americans relying on these benefits, the policy to recover overpayments by withholding up to 50% of monthly checks poses financial challenges for many,