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Mike Garcia: “Social Security is buying 75% of what it used to, even just…”

Featuring: Mike Garcia, Republican | Former U.S. House, California, District 27

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Mike Garcia Town Hall 06AUG24

Published | Video Starts at 49:07

So don't worry about that happening. But I want you to know that I would do everything I can to make sure, from a legislative perspective, that we do protect your Social Security is buying 75% of what it used to, even just three years ago. Election security should be a big deal to everyone, regardless of party, right? First of all, it's a terrible picture of me, so we don't wear glasses in real life. (49:07–49:13)

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Asserts that Social Security benefits have decreased in purchasing power by 25% over three years.

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