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No, Elon Musk Didn't Say He Wants to Cut Social Security Benefits

Multiple Snopes readers asked us to investigate a rumor that Elon Musk promised to cut Social Security benefits in his position leading the Department of Government Efficiency. Many social media posts have attributed this quote to Musk: "It will be my objective to phase out Social Security, to pull it out by the roots!"

As of this writing, however, Musk hasn’t promised to cut Social Security benefits. He also hasn't said he wants to "phase out" Social Security or "pull it out by the roots." That said, Musk has expressed interest in Republican ideas about reforming Social Security. On Dec. 2, he quoted a thread by Republican Sen. Mike Lee that called Social Security an "outdated, mismanaged system." Snopes reporter Grace Deng has the details.

Unpacking Claim Letter Shows UnitedHealthcare Denied Drugs to Child with Cancer

A complaint letter allegedly written by a doctor first circulated in 2022.

Yes, Ovia's Reproductive Health Apps Require Users to Input Their Country and State

Social media users warned each other about the app's location requirements.

Yes, the Book 'Wicked' Contains Explicit Content

The novel may not be exactly like your favorite hit musical or movie.

Pet Owners Claim Smart Plugs' High-Pitched Noises Impact Animals. Here's What We Know

The WiFi outlet adapters can emit sounds that even humans may find annoying.

Staff Pick

Unpacking Claim Angela Lansbury Moved to Ireland to Protect Daughter from Charles Manson

Murder she don't — the actress reportedly had a bad feeling about fellow Malibu resident Charles Manson's interactions with her adolescent children.