Elon Musk claims 400,000 Social Security numbers were stolen, linking the breach to voter fraud and illegal immigration. Here’s what we know so far.
Elon Musk Claims 400,000 Social Security Numbers Stolen, Links Breach to Voter Fraud
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Billionaire Elon Musk has made explosive claims regarding a large-scale data breach involving 400,000 stolen Social Security numbers. Speaking in a voice note shared on X (formerly Twitter), Musk suggested that the breach could have implications for illegal immigration and voter fraud in the United States. He further accused the Democratic Party of enabling financial benefits for undocumented immigrants. However, no official confirmation of an arrest or investigation has been made by law enforcement agencies.
Musk’s Claims on Social Security Data Theft
According to Musk, an individual is expected to be arrested soon for allegedly stealing and selling Social Security numbers. The breach, he claimed, compromises the primary identification system in the U.S., potentially allowing non-citizens to vote illegally.
“This is a particular avenue of fraud for illegal immigrants and voter fraud because the main way that identification is established in the United States is via Social Security,” Musk stated.
While voter fraud remains a highly debated issue in the U.S., multiple studies, including a 2020 study by the Brennan Center for Justice, have found no significant evidence of widespread voter fraud among undocumented immigrants.
Accusations Against the Democratic Party
Musk further alleged that the Democratic Party has made it easier for undocumented immigrants to access Social Security benefits, Medicare, unemployment aid, and IRS refunds.
“The Democrats have taken every part of the government that could possibly be bent towards providing financial incentives for illegal immigrants,” he claimed.
These statements align with Musk’s previous criticisms of government policies regarding social welfare programs and immigration. However, experts argue that unauthorized immigrants are largely ineligible for federal benefits, with strict regulations preventing misuse of Social Security or Medicare funds.
FEMA Funds and Allegations of Misuse
Musk also suggested that Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funds were diverted to house undocumented immigrants in luxury hotels in New York. While there have been reports of temporary housing for asylum seekers, no verified evidence supports claims of FEMA misusing funds meant for disaster relief.
Fact-Checking Social Security and Voter Fraud Concerns
Elon Musk is not the only public figure to raise concerns about the Social Security system. In March, former U.S. President Donald Trump addressed Congress, citing “shocking levels of incompetence and probable fraud” within the system.
Michael Astrue, a former Social Security Commissioner, has also criticized the current administration’s handling of Social Security. In an NPR interview, he expressed concerns about inefficiencies and a lack of expertise among Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) workers in managing the agency’s outdated COBOL-based infrastructure.
“There’s a smart way to bring efficiencies, and there’s a stupid way to do it. And we’re doing it the way that 22-year-old frat boys who have never seen the system think is a good idea, and that’s a mistake,” Astrue said.
Astrue further suggested that mismanagement of the Social Security system could lead to further complications, rather than preventing fraud.
No Official Confirmation on Arrests
As of now, there has been no official confirmation from federal agencies regarding Musk’s claim that an arrest will be made. Law enforcement agencies have not released any statements on the alleged Social Security data breach or its potential connection to voter fraud.
Elon Musk’s claims have reignited debates over election security, Social Security fraud, and immigration policies in the U.S. While his allegations have drawn attention, the lack of official confirmation raises questions about the validity of his statements. As investigations continue, it remains crucial to separate facts from speculation in this highly charged discussion.
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