Social Security Administration Nominee Frank Bisignano Faces Scrutiny
Tuesday, 25 March 2025, 14:35
Social Security Agency Under Pressure
During his Senate confirmation hearing Tuesday, Frank Bisignano, President Trump’s nominee to run the Social Security Administration (SSA), is likely to face a barrage of questions about where he stands on the future of this pivotal government agency.
Job Cuts Loom for the SSA
- The SSA provides retirement, disability, and other benefits for more than 70 million Americans.
- It has been targeted for major job cuts by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency.
- Former officials warn that these cuts could hinder service delivery for Social Security recipients.
- In February, the SSA announced plans to slash 7,000 of its 57,000 workforce.
- Former SSA Commissioner Martin O'Malley anticipates the actual cuts may approach 10,000 workers.
Profile of Frank Bisignano
Before his inauguration in January, Mr. Trump announced the nomination of Bisignano, who is the CEO of financial technology company Fiserv, emphasizing his experience as a business leader.
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