The U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) is preparing to shift all public communications to X, the social media platform owned by Elon Musk, as part of a broader government reform initiative led by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The move is part of a cost-cutting overhaul that includes significant workforce reductions and a modernization of communication strategies. According to sources cited by WIRED , the SSA will discontinue its traditional use of mailed letters and press releases, relying solely on X for public announcements, updates, and policy changes. SSA Workforce Cut by 7,000 Amid Push for Leaner, More Efficient Operations The transition coincides with the agency’s decision to reduce its workforce from 57,000 to approximately 50,000 employees to streamline operations and improve efficiency. “SSA has operated with a regional structure consisting of 10 offices, which is no longer sustainable,” in a statement issued in February 2025, the SSA said. “The agency will reduce the regional structure in all agency components down to four regions. The organizational structure at Headquarters also is outdated and inefficient.” Elon Musk, who heads DOGE, has publicly criticized the SSA for alleged mismanagement and waste, claiming the agency has distributed billions in improper payments—an assertion later echoed by the White House. The claims have sparked national debate over the long-term sustainability of Social Security and government spending practices. DOGE, though unofficial in its status, plays a growing role in federal restructuring. In March, it launched an internal review of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), gaining access to internal systems and data. SEC officials confirmed their cooperation and pledged transparency throughout the investigation. DOGE has also recommended cutting the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) workforce by 20%, potentially impacting 6,800 jobs. If approved, those cuts could be implemented as early as May 15, a month after the federal tax deadline. Looking ahead, DOGE is reportedly exploring blockchain-based solutions for public finance, including placing the entire U.S. government budget onchain to enhance transparency, reduce spending, and boost accountability. Elon Musk’s DOGE Team Gains Access to SEC Systems Meanwhile, Musk’s DOGE is reportedly being integrated into the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under a newly formed liaison initiative. As reported, the SEC has agreed to allow DOGE representatives access to its internal systems and data, effectively treating them as staff for integration and network purposes. An internal SEC email cited in the report confirmed that DOGE team members will be granted the same access rights as SEC employees when it comes to networks, systems, and sensitive data. The SEC has begun assembling a dedicated liaison team tasked with working alongside DOGE representatives. The internal communication emphasized that all processes will adhere to standard protocols, including ethics clearances, IT security reviews, and access approvals. While specific goals of DOGE’s work with the SEC have not yet been made public, the collaboration raises questions about the role private-sector influence may play in regulatory frameworks moving forward. The post US Social Security Administration to Shift All Public Communications to X Amid Elon Musk-Led Government Overhaul appeared first on Cryptonews .
