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Social Security Cuts Needed, GOP Rep. Says: 'Have to Have the Stomach'

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Republican Richard McCormick said the incoming government will have to "have the stomach" to make decisions regarding the funding of Social Security and other government programs.

In the 2024 fiscal year , $1.46 trillion was spent on Social Security , which pays retirement, survivor and disability benefits to tens of millions of Americans every month.

McCormick 's comments are at odds with previous promises made by President-elect Donald Trump .