Biden Criticizes Trump Administration's Social Security Cuts

In his first major speech since leaving office, former President Joe Biden criticized the Trump administration for its aggressive cuts to the Social Security Administration (SSA), claiming it has 'taken a hatchet' to the agency. Speaking at a conference in Chicago, Biden highlighted significant job losses, with 7,000 employees already cut, and warned that beneficiaries might face unprecedented delays in their payments. He termed Social Security a 'sacred promise' to Americans, emphasizing its critical role in their lives. Biden's remarks come amid a broader pushback against what he described as a destructive approach by the current administration, which he likened to 'tech startups' that prioritize rapid change over stability. The speech coincided with a 'Day of Action' by Democratic leaders who denounced the Republican plan to undermine Social Security. Trump's camp maintains that he is committed to protecting Social Security benefits amid these controversies.