Elon Musk and DOGE's Investigation into Social Security Numbers
Elon Musk and DOGE leaders claim that millions of noncitizens received Social Security numbers during former President Joe Biden's tenure. They uncovered significant discrepancies in the Social Security database, including accounts belonging to people over 120 years old and deceased individuals.
Key Points
- 2 million noncitizens received Social Security numbers in FY 2024
- 7 million Social Security accounts belonged to people over 120 years old
- 20 million accounts were registered to deceased individuals
Pros
- Uncovering potential fraud within the Social Security system
- Raising awareness about discrepancies in Social Security databases
Cons
- Controversial claims and accusations regarding noncitizens receiving Social Security numbers