New Delhi: Elon Musk, in collaboration with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has been making headlines for tackling fraud within the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). During an interview on Bret Baier‘s Special Report, Musk revealed that approximately 40% of calls to the SSA are from fraudsters attempting to redirect benefits.
Musk emphasized that DOGE’s initiatives aim to ensure legitimate recipients receive more benefits, not less. “Let the record show that I said this, and it will be proven out to be true,” he stated confidently.
DOGE Engineer Aram Moghaddassi supported Musk’s claims, explaining that fraudsters frequently call to change direct deposit information, highlighting systemic vulnerabilities.
My interview with the @elonmusk and the @DOGE team tonight on #SpecialReport pic.twitter.com/KKpxEPtu1Z
— Bret Baier (@BretBaier) March 27, 2025
Musk also disclosed that DOGE has cleaned up SSA records by removing approximately 3.2 million deceased individuals listed as alive, ensuring more accurate benefit distribution.
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Musk’s bold approach has sparked debates. While some praise his commitment to efficiency, others question the methods and potential overreach of DOGE. Critics have raised concerns about privacy violations and the firing of thousands of federal employees under DOGE’s cost-cutting measures. Musk defended these actions, stating, “Almost no one has gotten fired. The changes are vital for the survival of the government.”
Beyond Social Security, Musk has been actively engaging in public issues. Recently, he advocated for voter participation in Wisconsin’s Supreme Court election by offering financial incentives, including a $1 million award to a voter. Critics labeled this move as an attempt to influence the judiciary, while Musk’s supporters argue it promotes civic engagement.
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Musk’s collaboration with President Donald Trump has also drawn attention. Trump has vowed to target individuals spreading propaganda against Tesla, Musk’s flagship company, and those funding such efforts. “The people pushing the propaganda against Tesla are the real villains here, and we are going to go after them,” Musk quoted Trump as saying.
Despite facing opposition, Musk remains optimistic about the future. “When something is important enough, you do it even if the odds are not in your favor,” he remarked. His initiatives continue to polarize public opinion, ensuring he remains at the center of debates on governance, technology, and accountability.
