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U.S. Government and Social Security Halt: Difficulty for Many Americans

Thousands of people were affected by this measure of government: Obtaining the social security card has become complicated

The recent halt by the United States Government and the Social Security Administration (SSA) has further complicated the situation for many citizens. The elimination of the Enumeration Beyond Entry program has left numerous people without an important resource for processing their Social Security card applications.

This change in the regulations promoted by Elon Musk has caused uncertainty, as many didn't know what to do or where to go after the elimination of this program. The EBE program, administered by the SSA, helped citizens obtain exemptions for certain social benefits.

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Elon Musk is behind this measure | Grok

Specifically, it allowed immigrants and other applicants to access the Social Security card more easily and quickly. Now, without the EBE program, applying for the Social Security card has become more complicated.

The Impact of the EBE Elimination in the US: Immigrants Won't Have It Easy

Instead of being able to access an easier way to complete the application, they will have to go to a local SSA office to carry out the process. This measure has increased the burden for those who were already facing difficulties in meeting the established requirements.

This change also affects citizens who were not familiar with the more complex procedures for applying for their Social Security card. Those who previously benefited from a simplified process will now have to face stricter bureaucracy. There will also be greater control by the authorities, which can lead to delays and frustration.

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The impact of the measure on thousands of people is evident | Dean Drobot, en.elcierredigital.com

What Should Those Affected Do Now? The SSA Makes It Clear

With the elimination of the EBE program, immigrants who wish to apply for the Social Security card will have to go to local offices of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or the SSA. This change has made the process longer and more complex, but it is now a mandatory step for those who could previously avoid it. Access to local offices will be crucial to complete the procedures correctly.

This change highlights the growing difficulties faced by immigrants in the United States. The elimination of the EBE program is just a sign of how the policies of the Government and the SSA are further complicating the situation for those who were already having difficulties accessing the benefits that Social Security offers.

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