Nevada U.S. Senator Harry Reid went after Republicans Monday, telling them to back off on proposed cuts to Social Security.
“It’s the only money that keeps them out of poverty. But I have to say that the Republicans don’t seem to care … Look at their proposals, look at HR 1,” Mr. Reid said before a crowd of supporters on Capitol Hill.
The cuts to Social Security are administrative; they don’t change entitlements and they don’t change money on hand. But what they do affect is the speed with which the administration would be able to process applications and payments, which could also “really hurt Social Security,” Mr. Reid said Monday.
The debate over the social program comes as Republicans and Democrats attempt to reach consensus on a budget. Both Democrats and Republicans have put forth proposed cuts, while the White House continues its push to avoid a government shutdown.
