Bernie Sanders pushes Democrats to come out against Social Security cuts
Senator Bernie Sanders urged Democratic colleagues to oppose any legislation that would cut Social Security benefits as the 2026 midterm elections approach. He argues that the program’s trust fund will run out of money by 2032 unless reforms, such as raising the payroll tax cap on high earners, are enacted. Sanders also criticized the bipartisan PROMISE Act for its lack of transparency and potential to let unelected officials dictate the program’s future.
- ▪Sanders called on Democrats to reject cuts to Social Security, increases to the retirement age, reductions in cost‑of‑living adjustments, or privatization of the program.
- ▪The Social Security Trust Fund is projected to cover only 78% of benefits by 2032, implying a 22% shortfall without legislative action.
- ▪Sanders proposes extending the payroll tax to incomes above $250,000 to strengthen the system and ensure the wealthiest pay a fair share.
- ▪He denounced the PROMISE Act for allowing a small advisory board to craft a solvency plan with minimal public input and accountability.
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Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) urged his Democratic colleagues to oppose Social Security cuts to “regain the trust of the American people” as the midterm elections approach.The cause of the independent senator’s concern is that the Social Security Trust Fund can cover 78% of the benefits for more than 70 million retirees by 2032, meaning benefits will be cut by 22% in the next six years. The massive cut is expected because the retirement program’s trust fund will run out of money in 2032 unless Congress passes new laws to prevent that outcome. Recommended Stories Bernie Sanders pushes Democrats to come out against Social Security cuts WATCH LIVE: Senate Judiciary Committee votes to advance Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general Sen.
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