Recent shifts in federal benefits, including Social Security, have sparked discussions. While some changes are linked to new federal laws and leadership shifts, others are tied to the Trump administration.

Trump’s promise to end Social Security taxes falls short, as the House bill only offers a temporary $4,000 deduction for seniors

While the president can't make sweeping changes on his own, he does play an important role in Social Security. As seen so far during Trump's second term, he made administrative changes like ending paper checks, appointing new leadership, and reorganizing staffing.