Elon Musk shocked the public with a bold claim during a press conference. Standing next to former President Donald Trump in the Oval Office, Musk stated that some people receiving Social Security checks are 150 years old. Yes, you read that right—150!
Musk promises transparency
Musk insists he is being “maximally transparent” in his mission to clean up federal corruption. He believes that the government is handing out money to fraudsters. But here’s the catch—he didn’t offer any proof to back up his claims.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is on the case
Musk has been appointed to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a new initiative under Trump. His task is to weed out unqualified disbursements. Musk insists that DOGE’s methods aren’t “draconian or radical.” Instead, he says they’re just “common sense.” But the real question is: where’s the evidence?
Unbelievable claims about Social Security
Musk went on to discuss the Social Security situation. He stated, “There’s crazy things, just cross re-examination of social security.” He then made his stunning statement: “We’ve got people in there that are 150 years old.” Musk admitted that he doesn’t know anyone that old. So, he’s guessing that these recipients are either “probably dead” or should be “famous.”
Trump signs executive order to give Musk more power
Trump wasted no time in giving Musk more power to push forward his vision. The president signed an executive order that allows Musk to require federal agencies to cooperate with DOGE. The order demands large-scale staff cuts and limits replacements. According to the order, Musk will oversee new hires within the government.
Trump fully supports Musk’s role in cutting government staff. He made it clear that, if necessary, Congress will approve DOGE’s actions. “We’ll get the vote,” Trump assured. Musk and Trump, according to Musk, speak nearly every day about how he can help within the government.
