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Angus King: “For years, we've known that Social Security faces serious long-term financial challenges, yet Congress has repeatedly…”

On the recordJuly 15, 2026
For years, we've known that Social Security faces serious long-term financial challenges, yet Congress has repeatedly chosen to look the other way.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

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Criticizing Congress for inaction on Social Security.

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