Why Government Cuts Are About to Ramp Up

Why Government Cuts Are About to Ramp Up

CNN One Thing · 2025-03-12

Ahead of a March 13 deadline for federal agencies to submit reductions in force plans, one agency in particular has drawn the attention of Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency: The Social Security Administration. We explore why advocates fear crucial outdated technology is ripe for outages which could put vulnerable Americans at risk.

Guest: Tami Luhby, CNN Senior Writer

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