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Maria Villarroel

Musk Escalates Offensive Against Social Security, Claims There Are 20 Million People 'Who Are Definitely Dead Marked As Alive'

Elon Musk told reporters Monday that federal benefit programs are riddled with fraud, suggesting that around a $700 billion cut may be necessary. (Credit: Getty Images)

Elon Musk described federal benefit programs as being widespread with fraud on Monday, hinting that they may soon be on the chopping block, as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) continues its mission to shrink the size of government.

The billionaire entrepreneur, who is advising President Donald Trump and often calls himself "first buddy," suggested that $500 billion to $700 billion in waste needed to be cut.

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