Trump Admin Flags Immigrants' Social Security Numbers as 'Dead'
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has requested the Social Security Administration (SSA) to flag over 6,000 immigrants' Social Security numbers as deceased, effectively blocking their access to work and benefits. The Trump administration claims this targets individuals on the terror watchlist or with criminal records, aiming to encourage self-deportation. Critics, including former SSA Commissioner Martin O'Malley, argue this action is illegal and violates due process. The move has drawn condemnation for potentially denying legally earned benefits and is seen by some as a method to discourage immigration.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has requested the Social Security Administration (SSA) to flag over 6,000 immigrants' Social Security numbers as deceased, effectively blocking their access to work and benefits. The Trump administration claims this targets individuals on the terror watchlist or with criminal records, aiming to encourage self-deportation. Critics, including former SSA Commissioner Martin O'Malley, argue this action is illegal and violates due process. The move has drawn condemnation for potentially denying legally earned benefits and is seen by some as a method to discourage immigration.
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