Amid the backlog of cases, it’s now unclear what impact planned office closures could have on the already lengthy processing times.
As part of Trump’s and DOGE’s plan to reduce spending, 5 Social Security offices in Georgia will close, leaving many residents no in-person option.
U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff warned the Trump Administration about the closing of several Social Security offices in the Peach State and the risks to seniors.
Federal agencies have been left reeling in the face of massive cuts masterminded by Trump appointee billionaire Elon Musk who heads the new Department of Government Efficiency
Five Social Security Administration offices in Georgia are set to close. The offices are located in Brunswick, Columbus, Gainesville, Thomasville and Vidalia. You can see a full list of closures on the Department of Government Efficiency website under Wall of Receipts.
ATLANTA — U.S. Sen. Rev. Raphael Warnock announced that five Social Security Administration offices in Georgia were set to be closed as the Trump Administration moves to overhaul the federal government and its staffing and expenses.
In a virtual press conference Tuesday, Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff warned the Trump Administration that shutting down social security offices in Georgia could keep seniors from accessing their benefits.
The Trump Administration is shutting down multiple Social Security Administration (SSA) offices nationwide, including five in Georgia, the most of any state.
The Department of Government Efficiency has started to make large budget cuts, resulting in the closure of multiple SSA offices.
Five Social Security Administration offices in Georgia are set to close as part of efforts to slash the federal government – and Georgia’s two U.S. senators aren’t happy about it.
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Soon, the doors will close for good at two social security offices in our region. Five social security administration offices will permanently close in Georgia. This announcement comes after the Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE, aims to streamline government real estate and reduce operational costs.
Georgia is slated to lose five offices. Those are located in Brunswick, Columbus, Thomasville, Vidalia, and Gainesville.