Social Security Offices Impacted Today Amid Government Shutdown

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Source: Newsweek

Published Oct 20, 2025 at 01:19 PM EDT updated Oct 20, 2025 at 05:22 PM EDT


Several Social Security offices have had their operations disrupted today amid the larger government shutdown. Offices in California, Texas, New York and other states are updating their hours or capabilities as government employees continue to go without pay.

Regardless of services offered at respective offices, an SSA spokesperson told Newsweek, in part, "...Social Security beneficiaries will continue receiving their Social Security, Social Security Disability Insurance, and SSI payments." Experts told Newsweek what Americans can expect in the near future if they need to visit a Social Security office.

Why It Matters

The federal government shutdown could soon be the second largest on record, and there’s currently no resolution in sight.

Democrats and Republicans are at a crossroads as Democrats push for the next funding bill to include health insurance for millions set to lose their coverage. The Congressional Budget Office estimated that roughly 750,000 government employees would be furloughed each day during the shutdown.


Read more: https://www.newsweek.com/social-security-office-closures-today-amid-government-shutdown-10908245

[Javaman]

1. all part of the millers plan.

the shutting of the government is not a bug but a feature.

I still have my doubts it will open back up soon or ever again for that matter.

[popsdenver]

9. Wasn't it Norquist? who was talking

about massive downsizing of Gov't to the point that they could drown what was left in a bathtub????????

And, as I recall, we ALL laughed out loud, as with so many other things they said.........!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[wolfie001]

2. I'm supposed to get my SS check at midnight tonight

Fat orange imbecile and his rancid cult of christo-fascist lunatics.

[TexasBushwhacker]

3. I'm pretty sure checks are automatic

Offices being shut down means people have a hard time applying, appealing, getting help in person, etc.

[BumRushDaShow]

4. The SS checks have been issued on time

at least so far (got mine 2 weeks ago).

[COL Mustard]

7. Check the SSA website.

It'll show what you are due and when. I don't think payments will be affected, since they are paid out of other funds.

[nuxvomica]

5. I'm expecting my first check in December

I've been approved but I don't start until November because I waited for the max at 70. So I wonder if newly approved benefits will be affected.

[bronxiteforever]

6. The GOP admits it craps on the American people.

So this tracks.

[travelingthrulife]

8. Meanwhile, the King is renovating the palace...

[FakeNoose]

10. Beware of scam emails too

The scammers and hackers are working overtime, trying to get people to reveal their passwords, SSA #s, user names, etc.
Never click on something came to your mailbox and looks even slightly "scammy" ... it probably is.

Get the correct info by logging into the real SSA website and see if they have sent you a notification.