Preventing Illegal Aliens From Obtaining Social Security Act Benefits

President Donald Trump issued a memorandum on April 15, 2025, directing federal agencies to prevent illegal immigrants from receiving Social Security benefits. This action mandates stricter enforcement measures, including expanding fraud prosecution programs and improving data accuracy to prevent misuse of Social Security funds. The move could have significant legal and political implications, potentially affecting immigration policy debates and the allocation of government resources, while also raising concerns about its impact on immigrant communities and the potential for increased legal scrutiny of state and local governments.