Trump Admin Reverses Social Security In-Person Rule | JQJO

The Trump administration reversed its decision to require in-person visits for Social Security services. Initially, claimants unable to use online verification would have needed to travel to local offices, causing concern among seniors and disability advocates. However, the administration now claims new anti-fraud technology allows for phone-based verification, eliminating the in-person requirement except for those flagged for further review. This reversal follows public pressure and is hailed as a victory by advocacy groups.

A powerful coalition of federal legislators, executive branch officials, and multinational technology corporations has coalesced around a strategy of "federal preemption," seeking to strip state governments of their authority over generative AI. The coalition argues that the legal frameworks governing these technologies are in a state of flux as generative AI affects every sector of the economy, from healthcare diagnostics to creative industries. The push aims to centralize regulation at the federal level, limiting state‑level oversight of AI development and deployment.