Elon Musk’s recent posts on X have raised questions about the accuracy of data in the Social Security database, particularly regarding the number of centenarians and other age discrepancies. According to Musk, the database lists millions of individuals as being over 100 years old, with some even recorded in unlikely age ranges such as 130-139 and beyond. These figures starkly contrast with U.S. Census Bureau data, which reports a significantly smaller number of centenarians.
Musk also highlighted potential inefficiencies and inconsistencies within the Social Security system, suggesting that there might be more Social Security numbers in circulation than there are actual U.S. citizens, which he described as possibly the largest fraud in history. His comments have sparked discussions about the integrity and management of Social Security records.
Furthermore, Musk’s involvement in a government initiative led by Donald Trump to address inefficiencies and potential fraud within federal systems underscores the importance of addressing these issues. This initiative aims to streamline government operations and ensure accurate and efficient use of resources.