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Sen. Mike Lee has sparked a debate on Social Security's future, highlighting funding issues that could lead to reduced benefits in nine years. He criticized the trust funds, likening them to a Ponzi scheme, while experts emphasize the need for reform and acknowledge the legitimacy of the trust funds, which are backed by U.S. Treasury bonds. The program, primarily funded by payroll taxes, faces scrutiny as its trust funds are projected to deplete, necessitating urgent discussions on its sustainability.
Social Security benefits may face a 21% cut by 2033 if the trust fund isn't addressed, potentially doubling the elderly poverty rate and reducing median senior income by nearly 14%. While Congress is urged to act, executive measures could mitigate the impact by capping benefits for higher earners, ensuring no retiree falls into poverty. If the fund depletes, legal challenges may arise regarding promised benefits.
A nonpartisan budget group warns that Donald Trump's campaign proposals could make Social Security insolvent in just six years, accelerating its depletion timeline and increasing its cash shortfall by trillions. While both Trump and Kamala Harris claim to protect the program, Trump's tax cuts and immigration policies may significantly impact its finances. The findings highlight the urgent need for detailed reform plans from both campaigns as the funding depletion dates approach.
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