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00:00Social Security reforms, the digital leger retirement, a fundamental pillar for millions,
00:06underwent significant changes under the Trump administration.
00:10The primary focus was the Social Security Administration, SSA,
00:14immersed in a deep transformation, driven by the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE.
00:20The mission was clear, improve customer service, reduce fraud and waste, and optimize the workforce.
00:27This led to a staff reduction from 57,000 to 52,000 employees.
00:33According to Commissioner Frank Basignano, the goal is quality, not the number of workers.
00:39Digitalization became a priority.
00:41The aim is for beneficiaries to be able to complete simple procedures,
00:45like replacing Social Security cards entirely online, eliminating the need for office visits.
00:51The goal is ambitious, reduce average call wait times to 12 minutes.
00:56An initial disability claim processing times to 190 days by September 2026.
01:03Anti-fraud measures were also intensified.
01:06A new system was implemented to tackle the $8.9 billion.
01:10Mistakenly paid out in 2023, including $97 million in retirement benefit fraud.
01:18Identity-proofing requirements were strengthened,
01:20and detection of payments to deceased individuals was improved.
01:24The Supreme Court even granted DOGE access to sensitive Social Security data.
01:30For this work, these reforms aim for more efficient.
01:34In modern SSA, however, questions arise about the balance between efficiency
01:39and potential impacts on accessibility.
01:42For those less familiar with technology or in underserved areas,
01:46the challenge is significant, ensuring agile digital service,
01:49without leaving anyone behind.
01:52For those less familiar with technology or in underserved areas,

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