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The Trump administration proposes tightening Social Security disability rules for older workers, removing age as a key factor, sparking concerns over access to critical benefits.
The Trump administration is advancing plans to tighten Social Security disability eligibility for older Americans, potentially affecting hundreds of thousands by removing age as a key factor in qualification.
The proposed changes, driven by OMB director Russell Vought, aim to modernize outdated job data and align disability standards with today’s workforce, though specifics remain scarce.
While the Social Security Administration says updates are intended to improve efficiency and fairness, critics warn the shift could deny critical support to disabled workers nearing retirement, especially those with chronic conditions.
The rulemaking process will include public comment, but concerns grow over impacts on vulnerable populations amid broader debates over Social Security’s future.
La administración Trump propone endurecer las reglas de discapacidad del Seguro Social para los trabajadores mayores, eliminando la edad como un factor clave, lo que genera preocupación sobre el acceso a beneficios críticos.