Summary
President Donald Trump stated that Social Security and Medicare could be at risk if Democrats do not approve funding measures. A disagreement over the funding bill, partly related to health care provisions for undocumented immigrants, has led to a government shutdown. No changes have been made to Social Security, Medicare, or Medicaid during this time.
Key Facts
- President Trump warned about risks to Social Security and Medicare without Democrats' approval of funding.
- The government shutdown continues, now in its third week, due to disagreements over the budget.
- Trump criticized Democrats for not supporting a funding bill that allegedly cuts health care for undocumented immigrants.
- Social Security currently supports about 53 million Americans, which is nearly 16% of the U.S. population.
- Federal funding gaps have happened more often in recent decades due to political budget disagreements.
- There are no current changes to Social Security, Medicare, or Medicaid despite the shutdown.
- Americans can work and get Social Security benefits simultaneously, with some limits before reaching retirement age.
