Understanding Changes in Social Security

What is the main reason some Americans are receiving unexpected debt notices from the government?

• Changes in Social Security Administration policies

• Errors in tax filings

• A new tax law

• Increased healthcare costs

Who is leading the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge)?

• Jeff Bezos

• Mark Zuckerberg

• Bill Gates

• Elon Musk

What was one of the immediate actions taken by Doge that affected the Social Security Administration?

• Laying off over 7,000 employees

• Opening new offices

• Hiring more staff

• Increased funding

What challenge do individuals face under the new rules when verifying their identity?

• Limited office hours

• Increased fees

• In-person verification requirements

• Long online forms

How does Elon Musk view the government in terms of efficiency?

• As a perfect system

• As a model of efficiency

• As a bloated program needing optimization

• As a well-oiled machine

What is a major concern about removing 'obsolete code' from government systems?

• It will require more staff

• It will slow down processes

• It could remove vital safety nets

• It might increase costs

What happened to Trevor Olivivero as a result of the Social Security changes?

• She received a promotion

• She received additional benefits

• She was overpaid and now owes over $100,000

• She got a new job

What advice is given to those who receive a letter about being overpaid?

• Wait for further instructions

• Panic and pay immediately

• Respond right away and seek legal aid if needed

• Ignore it

What could be a potential outcome if the lawsuit against the Social Security changes is successful?

• Increased taxes

• More layoffs

• Reopening of closed offices and rehiring staff

• Further cuts to services

What broader question does the video raise about the purpose of government?

• Should it be fast and cheap?

• Should it be fair and dependable?

• Should it prioritize international relations?

• Should it focus on technology?