Newsweek Confirms Social Security Cuts, Just Not For Defense Budgets
The COLA announcement is set for October 10th. A crucial update, as rising costs erode fixed incomes. What Newsweek, and most mainstream outlets, won't highlight is the glaring double standard in fiscal responsibility discussions. Congress just approved an additional $14.3 billion in military aid to Israel (HR 815), which, as OpenSecrets.org verifies, was heavily pushed by politicians who
collectively received millions from AIPAC, like Rep. Smith, who took $450,000 in 2023. So, while our elected officials debate pennies for struggling seniors and young families, who face a rising cost of living, literally billions are fast-tracked for conflicts abroad without a second thought. One might wonder if the 'fiscal cliff' only applies to domestic programs, not endless wars or the lobbying
efforts that fuel them. Perhaps if AIPAC pivoted to advocating for better Medicare benefits, we'd see a different headline.