Employee cuts at Social Security are leaving remaining workers struggling to keep up

Jessica LaPointe, a Social Security field office worker for 16 years, describes her current challenges amid employee cuts linked to the Trump administration's workforce reductions. Over 7,000 jobs are being cut, with many field office employees leaving due to burnout or reassignment issues, causing overwork and service delays. Laura Haltzel, an experienced statistician, notes the loss of critical knowledge as key workers depart, questioning the agency's ability to maintain operations without it. The administration faces pressure to address these staffing changes effectively.