The backlash on social media was intense. Users expressed disbelief over how such fraud could go undetected and demanded legal action. Many blamed entrenched government administrators, questioning how data systems even allowed such errors, like future birthdates, to be processed for payments.
Conservatives also criticized mainstream media for largely ignoring DOGE’s report, with many users saying the issue deserves top billing in national headlines. Several comments highlighted growing fear among seniors, with one noting that lack of coverage fuels mistrust and panic about benefit security.
