Rebel Capitalist News Government Just Released Terrifying Social Security Report
Jun 19, 2025
A recent government report raises alarms about the depleting Social Security Retirement Trust Fund, potentially running out by 2033. The discussion highlights the risks of declining payroll taxes and the sustainability of the trust fund amid increasing government spending. Listeners are introduced to investment strategies in physical gold and silver as alternatives to traditional currency. Additionally, innovative leasing solutions for gold storage are explored, helping investors navigate rising costs while potentially earning interest in precious metals.
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Urgency of Social Security Collapse
- The Social Security Trust Fund is projected to be depleted by 2033, earlier than past estimates.
- This signals accelerating financial stress and potential shortfalls in retiree payments soon.
Reduced Benefits After Fund Depletion
- Social Security will exist but with reduced payouts, projected at 77-81% of benefits post depletion.
- Projections are overly optimistic and do not fully account for economic downturn risks reducing payroll taxes.
Long-term Deficit in Social Security
- Social Security costs exceeded income since 2010 and fund reserves started depleting in 2021.
- The program is on an unsustainable path with annual costs projected to exceed income from 2025 onward.