Social Security Chief Resigns As DOGE Investigation Uncovers Massive Record Discrepancies

The Social Security Administration is facing turmoil after a bombshell revelation from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) exposed glaring discrepancies in recipient records. The discovery of millions of accounts linked to individuals over 100 years old — some recorded as being 150 or older — has triggered the resignation of Acting Commissioner Michelle King.

Elon Musk, who leads DOGE, announced the findings while standing alongside President Donald Trump. He mocked the absurdity of the situation, stating that if the records were accurate, these individuals should be in the Guinness Book of World Records. Instead, he suggested, the real problem is likely fraud or incompetence.

Social Security audits have long highlighted concerns over outdated records. A 2023 report found that nearly 19 million names remained on file without official death confirmations, raising the possibility of fraudulent payments. While most of those accounts are not actively receiving benefits, DOGE is investigating how many might be used for illicit payouts.

King’s abrupt resignation follows her reported refusal to grant DOGE access to the full database of Social Security recipients. The White House quickly moved to nominate financial executive Frank Bisignano as her replacement, signaling a new direction for the agency.

This revelation comes amid DOGE’s broader crackdown on financial mismanagement in government programs. Investigators recently flagged nearly $5 trillion in Treasury transactions that lacked proper tracking codes, adding to concerns about accountability.

Musk has vowed that the effort to expose waste and fraud will continue. “This is just common sense,” he said. “Taxpayer money should be spent responsibly, not wasted.”

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