Social Security Backtracks on DOGE Phone Service Cuts

Social Security Backtracks on DOGE Phone Service Cuts After Media Report
SSA officials were weighing eliminating telephone support for claims processing and direct-deposit account transactions.
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The agency will move ahead with a much narrower revision eliminating direct deposit changes by phone amid DOGE fraud concerns.
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Social Security Administration to cut phone service for direct-deposit transactions
The Social Security Administration said Wednesday it is eliminating telephone service for direct-deposit account transactions. The agency said the move is meant to eliminate the risk of fraud associated with changing bank-account information by telephone.
Social Security Considers Slashing Phone Help to Cut Costs—Report
In fiscal year 2024, the Social Security Administration received nearly 80 million calls through its 1-800 number.
Social Security Administration: Reports of phone service elimination ‘inaccurate’
The Social Security Administration is increasing its protection against fraud by eliminating the risk of fraud associated with changing bank account information by telephone, and requiring people to prove their identities in person or through a two-factor authentication process online.
Social Security Administration weighs cutting phone support for claims, deposits: report
Sources said the agency would direct seniors and disabled individuals to online services and in-person field offices.
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