Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has made a surprising claim that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) found evidence of Social Security payments going to beneficiaries listed as being around 150 years old. During a press conference in the Oval Office with President Donald Trump, Musk stated that a cursory review of Social Security records revealed such cases.
Musk was tasked with leading DOGE as a special government employee and expressed his intention to ensure that taxpayer dollars are spent wisely. He emphasized the importance of verifying recipient information and ensuring that those who deserve benefits receive them quickly and accurately.
The billionaire entrepreneur also discussed his vision for reducing wasteful federal spending, stating that taxpayer dollars should be allocated sensibly and frugally. Musk believes in reviewing each expenditure to determine if it aligns with the people’s interests and approves or revises it accordingly.
Source: https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/musk-claims-150-year-olds-receiving-social-security-benefits