This chapter examines Elon Musk's claims of Social Security fraud and presents evidence refuting his assertions. It highlights the inaccuracies in Musk's claims and explains the limitations of the Social Security data system.
Elon Musk's claims are based on a misunderstanding of Social Security data systems.
The data often lacks complete birth and death information for people born before 1920.
A 2023 Inspector General report indicates almost none of the individuals with misinformation receive benefits.