Elon Musk’s DOGE plans to shutter 50 Social Security Administration field offices: Here’s the full list

Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), named after the popular “meme coin,” has announced a series of office closures that could impact those seeking assistance with government benefits and annual tax filings.

Where could SSA offices be closed?

DOGE’s website lists 47 Social Security Administration (SSA) office leases slated for termination, meaning residents in these cities may soon lose access to their local SSA offices. Notably, most of these closures are in states that played a key role in Donald Trump’s victory over Kamala Harris in November.

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How many SSA offices are there?

As of 2023, the SSA operated 1,230 field offices, making these closures a small fraction of the total.

If you’ve ever visited an SSA office for help with your benefits—or those of a family member or friend—you know how busy they can be. The SSA estimates that nearly 120,000 people visit a field office each day, making them one of the primary points of interaction between the public and the federal government.

Whether it’s reporting a family member’s passing to halt payments, or a worker seeking support for disability benefits, SSA field offices provide critical assistance in navigating the complexities of federal bureaucracy.

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