Trump's Social Security Plans Could Slash Benefits by 33% by 2035

Despite pledges to protect Social Security, Trump's proposals may accelerate fund depletion, leading to significant benefit cuts.

Analyses indicate Trump's tax cuts and deportation plans could deplete Social Security funds by 2031, three years earlier than current estimates.
The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget warns of a potential 33% reduction in benefits by 2035 without legislative intervention.
Trump's proposal to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits could reduce program revenue by $950 billion over a decade.
Experts argue that Trump's plans may disproportionately affect lower-income recipients, who would face the full impact of benefit cuts.
Vice President Kamala Harris supports expanding Social Security benefits and has co-sponsored legislation to increase payroll taxes on higher incomes.