Elon Musk Raises Concerns over Alleged Inconsistencies in Social Security Database
On the social media platform X, Elon Musk ignited a discussion regarding alleged anomalies in the Social Security Administration (SSA) database. According to Musk, the database lists millions of individuals as centenarians with their "death" field set to "FALSE."
Musk shared a chart indicating that the database lists over 20 million individuals aged 100 and above, including:
- Over 3.9 million in the 130-139 age range
- Over 3.5 million in the 140-149 age range
- Over 1.3 million in the 150-159 age range
"Maybe Twilight is real and there are a lot of vampires collecting Social Security," Musk remarked, adding emojis suggesting amusement.
Fox News Digital contacted the SSA for comment, but no response was provided as of this writing.
Musk’s claims are based on a comparison between the SSA database and the 2020 census, which recorded over 80,000 individuals aged 100 and older in the United States. The significant discrepancy between these figures has raised concerns about the accuracy of the SSA database.
"The logic flow diagram for the Social Security system looks INSANE," Musk asserted. "No one person actually knows how it works. The payment files that move between Social Security and Treasury have significant inconsistencies that are not reconciled."
Musk further suggested that the database may contain more "eligible" Social Security numbers than there are citizens in the United States, implying the potential for widespread fraud.
The SSA is responsible for maintaining the Social Security database and issuing Social Security numbers. The agency has implemented various safeguards to prevent fraud and abuse, including regular audits and data checks.
However, the complexity of the Social Security system, which involves multiple agencies and processes, may introduce potential vulnerabilities to error or fraud.
Musk’s claims have sparked discussions about the need for greater transparency and accountability in the Social Security system. The SSA is likely to face increasing scrutiny as stakeholders demand an explanation for the apparent discrepancies in the database.
The potential implications of these alleged inconsistencies are significant. If the database is inaccurate, it could affect the accuracy of Social Security payments and benefits, as well as the overall solvency of the system.
It is important to note that Musk’s claims are based on preliminary observations and have not been independently verified. Further analysis and investigation are required to determine the extent and nature of any discrepancies in the SSA database.
