Social Security Chief

What happens to Social Security, TSA and other programs if government shuts down?

Hundreds of thousands of federal workers are on edge as the Senate struggles to reach a deal ahead of Friday night's looming deadline.

ABC News - Mar. 13

Chaos around Social Security sparks anxiety about scams

“Hang up, ignore the messages and report any scam attempts,” advocate says.

MarketWatch - Mar. 14

Social Security Administration to cut phone service for direct-deposit transactions

Account changes must be made either online or at a field office starting March 29.

MarketWatch - Mar. 14

What Social Security says to do if you're incorrectly listed as dead

An incorrect report of death "can be devastating" SSA says, as restoring benefits is a long and challenging process.

CBS News - Mar. 18

Judge Moves to Limit Musk’s Power, and a Social Security Shake-Up

Plus, the tale of a stolen golden toilet.

The New York Times - 6d

Social Security pushes some beneficiaries to online or in-person meetings

The changes “will result in more headaches and longer wait times to resolve routine customer-service needs,” the AARP cautions.

MarketWatch - 6d

Judge blocks DOGE's access to sensitive Social Security systems

A federal judge granted a temporary restraining order in the challenge brought by unions who argued DOGE's access was unlawful.

CBS News - 5d

Federal judge blocks DOGE's access to Social Security records in blistering ruling

Judge Ellen Hollander said DOGE is "essentially engaged in a fishing expedition" and its methods are like "hitting a fly with a sledgehammer."

NBC News - 5d

Judge Bars Social Security Officials From Giving DOGE Unredacted Data

A federal judge in Maryland found that Elon Musk’s scrutiny of the agency’s data systems appeared to violate federal privacy laws.

The New York Times - 5d

Judge blasts Social Security fraud 'fishing expedition' by Elon Musk's DOGE

The judge's order blocks the agency from granting DOGE access to systems containing personally identifiable information.

ABC News - 5d

Social Security in-person identity check angers retirees, advocates

Beginning March 31, those who cannot verify their identity over the agency's online service will be required to visit an agency field office in person.

CBS News - 4d

Frank Bisignano, Trump’s Pick to Lead Social Security Administration, Faces Senators

Frank Bisignano, who pledged to improve customer service, told Senate Democrats he had “never thought about” making the agency private.

The New York Times - 11h

Noem announces new ICE acting chief after predecessor reassigned

Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem announced a new acting chief of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Monday, just weeks after the agency's previous director was reassigned. ...

The Hill - Mar. 10

Netanyahu faces backlash over plan to fire internal security chief

Yahoo News - Mar. 17

Musk visits National Security Agency after urging 'overhaul' of U.S. cyberespionage hub

Elon Musk paid an unannounced visit to the National Security Agency on Wednesday and met with its chief, days after he called for an "overhaul" of the U.S.'s top cyberespionage hub.

NBC News - Mar. 14

Trump stands by national security adviser despite leaked military plans: He 'learned a lesson'

Trump stood by his national security adviser Michael Waltz after The Atlantic's editor-in-chief was accidentally added to a private, high-level chat where military plans were being discussed, ...

NBC News - 21h

Military planning for Ukraine peace to begin, says PM

Military chiefs will meet on Thursday to discuss practical plans to ensure Ukraine's security.

BBC News - Mar. 15

Social Security’s COLA seen falling to 2.2% in 2026, leaving seniors struggling to keep pace

Over the last 20 years, the cost-of-living adjustment has averaged 2.6%, according to the Senior Citizens League.

MarketWatch - Mar. 12

Who can help me with my Social Security problem now that staff and services are being cut?

Readers have a range of issues — and a lot of trouble getting answers.

MarketWatch - Mar. 17

Musk uses immigration and claims of voter fraud to sell Social Security Administration cuts

Elon Musk has falsely claimed that undocumented immigrants are siphoning away billions of dollars worth of entitlements as part of a Democratic scheme for votes.

NBC News - 6d

Judge bars Musk's DOGE team from Social Security records in scathing ruling

The judge said DOGE launched a "fishing expedition" and failed to give any reason why it needed to access vast swaths of Americans' personal and private data.

CNBC - 5d

Trump and intelligence chiefs play down Signal group chat leak

President Trump also defended his national security team after a reporter was added to their message thread.

BBC News - 7h

Top DOJ nominee has social media trail suggesting fringe views on range of issues

Aaron Reitz, currently Sen. Ted Cruz's chief of staff, has been nominated to lead the office that helps choose and vet federal judges.

CBS News - Mar. 13

Travis Kelce Playfully Flaunts His Butt at Fans During N.C. Golf Outing with Chiefs Teammate Patrick Mahomes

In a photo shared on social media, Kelce could be seen bending over as he peered over his shoulder with a grin on his face

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Trump admin is reviewing how its national security team sent military plans to a magazine editor

The White House said Monday it was reviewing how the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic magazine was accidentally added to a group text in which people who appeared to be members of President Donald ...

NBC News - 1d

Trump administration has 'very little concern' with national security team after group chat leak

NBC News Correspondents Vaughn Hillyard and Courtney Kube join Meet the Press NOW to discuss the fallout after the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic was mistakenly added to a group chat with White ...

NBC News - 14h

How the Tax Bill Could Impact Your Wallet

Brackets may change. The standard deduction could fall. And President Trump will probably not remove taxes on Social Security income.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

Chargers secure their backup quarterback

The Chargers secured their backup quarterback on Thursday.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Countries must bolster climate efforts or risk war, Cop30 chief executive warns

Ana Toni also criticises the UK’s plans to slash overseas aid to fund defence spending. Countries looking to boost their national security through rearmament or increased defence spending must also ...

The Guardian - Mar. 18

GoBlackKnights.com: Social Media Platforms

Many of the Army fans have tremendously busy schedules, so don't forget that GBK's social media platforms are available

Yahoo Sports - 21h

The Discord Social SDK enables developers to tap into Discord’s social infrastructure at no cost

Discord, the communications for games company, has launched the Discord Social SDK, a toolkit that enables developers of all sizes to tap into Discord’s social infrastructure to drive their game’s ...

VentureBeat - Mar. 17

Chiefs agree to terms with T Jaylon Moore

The Chiefs appear to have found their new left tackle.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 10

Waltz questions how the Atlantic editor 'somehow' got 'sucked into' the Signal chat

National security adviser Mike Waltz questioned how The Atlantic's editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, was added to a Signal group chat with national security officials who were communicating about ...

The Hill - 9h

Hegseth Disclosed Secret War Plans in Group Chat With Atlantic Journalist

The conversation among the defense secretary and other national security officials on a commercial messaging app mistakenly included the editor in chief of The Atlantic, Jeffrey Goldberg.

The New York Times - 1d

Trump Pulls Secret Service Protection From Hunter and Ashley Biden

The president posted on social media that Hunter Biden would lose his security detail “effective immediately” and also identified the country he was vacationing in.

The New York Times - Mar. 18

Democrats must strike a balance between strength and empathy

Elon Musk has expressed contempt for empathy, calling it a fundamental weakness of Western civilization, and has criticized programs such as Social Security and the funding for fresh food for ...

The Hill - Mar. 18

White House Seeks to Contain Damage From Personal Data in Kennedy Files

Social Security numbers, including for some people still living, were included in the 64,000 pages of documents that the Trump administration released this week.

The New York Times - 5d