Government Databases Antiquated
While the cleanup has raised questions about Social Security fraud, some experts caution against jumping to conclusions.
Alex Beene, a financial literacy instructor at the University of Tennessee at Martin, told Newsweek: “Social Security fraud certainly exists, but the claims it’s rampant because a database had many recipients who were supposedly aged at well over 100 years old isn’t evidence it’s widespread. More than anything, the findings should alert the new administration to how antiquated many of the databases of government agencies are that normally produce errors such as these.”
DOGE has stated that updates to SSA records are ongoing, and more Social Security numbers will likely be marked as deceased in the coming weeks or months.
This cleanup effort is part of a broader push to improve government efficiency and reduce potential fraud in public benefit programs.
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