Debunking Democrat disinformation

Maze said:
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Social Security, Medicare are "going to be gone," Donald Trump warns

Trump made the comments in response to criticism from a Democrat amid the government shutdown.
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LOL Yep burn it all down Donald. Good job!


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In summary, the headline captures a real, quotable Trump statement from October 21, 2025, but it's sensationalized without noting the partisan context or his protective pledges. For full accuracy, pair it with the quote and background—common in alarmist political coverage.

The headline "Social Security, Medicare are 'going to be gone,' Donald Trump warns" is largely accurate but requires context to avoid misleading readers.

It directly quotes Trump's phrasing from a recent statement, but the "gone" refers to a hypothetical consequence of a potential government shutdown or bankruptcy due to a funding impasse with Democrats—not an immediate plan or threat by Trump to eliminate the programs.

Trump has repeatedly pledged to protect these programs, focusing instead on reducing fraud and waste. Below, I'll break it down with evidence.

What Trump Actually Said: On October 21, 2025, during a White House press conference amid budget negotiations, Trump warned of the risks of a government shutdown if Democrats block a bipartisan continuing resolution (CR). He stated: "There's nothing about death... Theirs is death because they're going to lose Medicaid, they're going to lose Social Security, they're going to lose Medicare, all of those things are going to be gone because the whole country would be bankrupt, and you're not going to have any kind of medical insurance."
  • This was in response to Democratic opposition to the funding bill, which Trump framed as prioritizing "free healthcare for illegal aliens" over core programs.
  • The quote matches the headline's phrasing ("going to be gone") verbatim, confirming the "warns" aspect.

Context and Broader Stance
  • Funding Dispute: The warning ties to a short-term funding cliff (expiring September 30, 2025, but extended via negotiations). A shutdown could delay payments, though Social Security and Medicare are largely protected by law from full interruption. Trump's rhetoric aims to pressure Democrats, similar to past partisan standoffs.
  • Trump's Consistent Promises: Trump has vowed not to cut benefits. For example:
    • In a March 2025 Fox News interview: "I'm not going to touch Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid."

      newsweek.com
    • In an August 2025 ABC News quote: "One thing I said and I gave my word—we’re not going to hurt anybody on Medicaid, Medicare or Social Security."

      finance.yahoo.com
    • White House fact sheets emphasize protecting these programs while targeting fraud (e.g., $140+ billion in improper Medicare payments in 2024).

      whitehouse.gov

 
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