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DOGE Issues Update on 'Major Cleanup' of Social Security


Published on 2025-03-25 08:40:46 - Newsweek
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  • More than 7 million Social Security numbers with no registered confirmation of death have now been updated in SSA systems.

The article from MSN discusses a significant update on the cleanup of Social Security, focusing on the efforts to remove deceased individuals from the Social Security Administration's (SSA) records. This initiative, dubbed "DOGE" (which stands for "Deceased Outreach and Gaps Elimination"), aims to enhance the accuracy of SSA's payment systems by ensuring that benefits are not mistakenly sent to deceased beneficiaries. The cleanup involves cross-referencing SSA data with death records from various sources like state records, funeral homes, and family notifications. The process has identified numerous discrepancies, leading to the prevention of millions in improper payments. The article highlights the challenges faced due to outdated systems and the importance of this cleanup for maintaining the integrity of the Social Security program, ensuring funds are directed to living beneficiaries.

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