1. United States
2. N.Y.
3. Letter

The proposed cuts to staffing at the Social Security Administration are deeply concerning and threaten the effective functioning of this vital program. Social Security provides essential benefits to millions of Americans, including retirees, survivors, and those with disabilities. Slashing the workforce by 50% would inevitably lead to delays in processing claims, answering inquiries, and delivering services that people depend on. This could have devastating consequences for those relying on these benefits to make ends meet. Furthermore, closing 1,200 field offices would make it significantly harder for many to access in-person assistance, particularly in rural or underserved areas. This move seems designed to undermine Social Security by crippling its ability to operate efficiently and serve the public. Instead of cutting staff and services, we should be taking steps to strengthen Social Security and ensure it can continue to meet the needs of current and future beneficiaries. I urge you to vigorously oppose these damaging workforce reductions and office closures. Social Security is a vital safety net that Americans have paid into over decades of hard work. We have an obligation to protect and preserve this program, not dismantle it through harmful cuts that will hurt seniors, people with disabilities, and families. Stand up for the millions who rely on these hard-earned benefits by rejecting any efforts to gut the Social Security Administration workforce and operations.